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1994 Toyota Previa 2.4L Petrol · M347 BGO

M347 BGO

1994 Toyota Previa (2.4L, petrol). First registered 08 Nov 1994. Recorded mileage 158,485 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
TOYOTA PREVIA
Year / Origin
1994 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
158,485 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Jun 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1994
Engine
2438cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a clean pass record over the last four years. The most recent test conducted in June 2025 at 157,185 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded whatsoever. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the mechanical and structural components are being kept up to DVSA standards without the progressive degradation or recurring failures often seen in older vehicles of this era. The mileage profile is notably low for a 32-year-old Toyota, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per annum. Between June 2022 and June 2025, the vehicle covered only 6,854 miles, moving from 150,331 to 157,185. This consistent, low-impact usage suggests minimal mechanical stress on the drivetrain and engine components. However, such low mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid chemistry if the vehicle sits for extended periods without regular operation. Despite the lack of recorded MOT advisories, a physical inspection must focus on components susceptible to age-related wear rather than mileage. A buyer should specifically inspect the structural integrity for corrosion, particularly in the sills, wheel arches, and floor pans, which are common failure points for this generation. The suspension bushes and shock absorbers should be checked for cracking, as rubber perishes over decades regardless of the distance driven. Checking the brake system for seized calipers or perished hoses is also vital, low-frequency use often leads to surface rust on brake discs and internal corrosion.

M347 BGO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
  • 158,485 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 16 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (17 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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M347 BGO Mileage History

  1. 28/06/2023152,996 mi
  2. 25/06/2024155,752 mi+2,756 mi
  3. 17/06/2025157,185 mi+1,433 mi
  4. 24/06/2026158,485 mi+1,300 mi
  5. 02/07/2026158,485 mi

Average of roughly 1,823 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

M347 BGO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 14:16
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Toyota Previa (M347 BGO) between June 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Windscreen (7 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 46 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stre”; “Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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