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F151 TMU

1989 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

229,664 mi
Last recorded229,664 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2006
Typical for 1989 Toyota Carina110,255 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF151 TMU
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2006 229,664 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 221,629 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 221,538 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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F151 TMU is a 1989 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 110,255 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 F151 TMU, 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 37 years old, this Toyota Carina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F151 TMU?

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What year was F151 TMU registered?

F151 TMU is a 1989 Toyota Carina, first registered on 28 April 1989.

Is F151 TMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F151 TMU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F151 TMU have outstanding finance?

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