Toyota Lucida (1999)
1999 Toyota Lucida
CarHunch analysed 101 real MOT records for the 1999 Toyota Lucida. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1999 Toyota Lucida passes MOT first time only 68.9% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, and nearly 28% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a significant concern for a buyer. This is a vehicle that demands careful inspection before purchase, as the failure rate suggests systemic issues rather than isolated problems.
At 124,762 miles median, these Lucidas have covered average mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 4.62 failures and 18.8 advisories per test, pointing to wear and neglect across multiple systems rather than one critical weakness. Budget for thorough pre-purchase checks on brakes, suspension, and structural integrity, and plan for regular maintenance—this model won't forgive shortcuts.
What to check before buying a 1999 Toyota Lucida
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 27.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (81%) | 82 | 68.7% | 4.79 |
| Petrol (19%) | 19 | 69.7% | 3.89 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1999 Toyota Lucida vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1999 Toyota Lucida vehicles fall between 94,970 and 161,117 miles.
1999 Toyota Lucida — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (16% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1999 Toyota Lucida
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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52.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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51.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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50.8%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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46.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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45%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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40.1%
Oil leak
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38.8%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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30.9%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1999. Counts include advisories and failures.
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