1998 Toyota Unknown 1.3L Petrol · S370 BNT
1998 Toyota Unknown (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2017. Recorded mileage 135,717 km. MOT expired on 08 Apr 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA UNKNOWN
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Apr 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Odometer
- 135,717 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
S370 BNT Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2023
- 135,717 km recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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S370 BNT Odometer History
- 12/10/2021135,376 km
- 10/04/2023135,717 km+341 km
Average of roughly 229 km per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
S370 BNT MOT History
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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Toyota Unknown (S370 BNT) between October 2021 and April 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution unless you are a project enthusiast or specialist. While the car has passed recent tests, the history of significant mechanical neglect and corrosion suggests long-term issues.
When viewing a vehicle of this age and mileage, the priority must be the state of the chassis. The 2018 MOT history noted corroded fuel pipes and corroded coil springs, which are indicators of structural rust that may have been addressed. You must verify if these were replaced or if the corrosion has progressed. Additionally Check the service history specifically for the 1.3cc engine's maintenance; the 2018 failure for excessive exhaust emissions suggests the engine may have suffered from carbon buildup or poor mixture issues.
Negotiate based on the fact that the car has sat for long periods (as seen in the small mileage increase between 2020 and 2023), which often leads to perished rubber components, seized brakes, and fluid leaks regardless of the low mileage.
As a 1300cc petrol engine, fuel economy should be modest, likely placing it in a low insurance group band. However, as a 1998 vehicle, it is exempt from ULEZ charges, keeping daily commuting costs low.
Maintenance costs may be high due to the age of the car; parts for older Toyotas are becoming increasingly difficult to source. Expect to spend on repairs related to suspension, brakes, and exhaust systems.
Inspect the underbody thoroughly for rust, specifically referencing the 2018 advisory regarding corroded fuel pipes from the tank to the front and corroded coil springs. Check the rear shock absorbers for oil leaks, as a misting was noted in the past.
Check the braking system carefully; the vehicle previously failed for imbalanced brakes and a binding offside rear. Also, verify the SRS (airbag) warning lamp functions correctly, as the history shows it failed to illuminate during testing in 2018, indicating a fault in the airbag system which is a significant safety concern.
This 1998 Toyota with a 1.3cc engine has reached a significant age, with over 135,000km recorded. While it has passed its most recent MOTs, the historical data reveals a pattern of serious failures including emissions issues, brake imbalances, and structural corrosion. The vehicle appears to have been used intermittently given the low mileage growth between 2020 and 2023.
Toyota models from the late 90s are generally mechanically robust, but the 1.3cc engines are susceptible to emissions issues if maintained poorly.
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