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F998 SMP

1989 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,936 mi
Last recorded135,936 miles
Recorded on9 May 2008
Typical for 1989 Toyota Carina110,255 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF998 SMP
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 May 2008 135,936 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 128,199 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 122,593 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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F998 SMP 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 100%.

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 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 F998 SMP, 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 F998 SMP?

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What year was F998 SMP registered?

F998 SMP is a 1989 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is F998 SMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F998 SMP shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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