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BLZ 5198

1997 Toyota Carina

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLZ 5198
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Feb 2023
Pass 1 Jun 2018 148,647 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 148,459 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 5198 is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 5198, 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 5198?

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What year was BLZ 5198 registered?

BLZ 5198 is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is BLZ 5198 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLZ 5198 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BLZ 5198 have outstanding finance?

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