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BLZ 1807

1997 Toyota Carina

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

188,897 mi
Last recorded188,897 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLZ 1807
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 188,897 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 188,840 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 183,827 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 177,091 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina?

Based on 357,148 MOT tests across 60,472 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
4,852
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
60,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,858
position lamp(s) not working 14,340
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,242
Stop lamp not working 11,154
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BLZ 1807 is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 101,856 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Carina fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BLZ 1807, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Carina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BLZ 1807?

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What year was BLZ 1807 registered?

BLZ 1807 is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is BLZ 1807 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLZ 1807 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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