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G3 EST

1997 Toyota Carina E

Grey Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

220,752 mi
Last recorded220,752 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 EST
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 220,752 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 204,661 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 186,549 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 185,776 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 164,856 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2022 163,968 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 148,328 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 135,628 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 128,704 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 122,592 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 108,950 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 108,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 106,206 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 103,788 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 101,027 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 94,570 miles

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

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

rear anti roll bar bushes slightly worn

Pass 3 Aug 2010 89,048 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 81,730 miles

offside front tyre inner edge worn

Fail 5 Aug 2008 74,210 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 74,210 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 65,260 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 65,260 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 57,362 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 53,037 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?

Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,669
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
35,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,455
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,582
position lamp(s) not working 10,373
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,043
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 8,776
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G3 EST is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Grey with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Carina E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 22,455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G3 EST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina E typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G3 EST registered?

G3 EST is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is G3 EST safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 EST shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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