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H374 AKP

1990 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

162,264 mi
Last recorded162,264 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 1990 Toyota Carina109,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH374 AKP
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 162,264 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all four shock absorbers weak

battery loose but not likely to fall out

drivers sun visor obstructs drivers view

n/s/f indicator lens taped up

oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2015 162,263 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all four shock absorbers weak

battery loose but not likely to fall out

drivers sun visor obstructs drivers view

n/s/f indicator lens taped up

oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2014 152,853 miles

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

all four shock absorbers weak

battery loose but not likely to fall out

drivers sun visor obstructs drivers view

n/s/f indicator lens cracked

n/s/f sidelight lens taped up

signs of grease around n/s outer cv gaiter

Fail 17 Nov 2014 152,853 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

all four shock absorbers weak

battery loose but not likely to fall out

drivers sun visor obstructs drivers view

n/s/f indicator lens cracked

n/s/f sidelight lens taped up

signs of grease around n/s outer cv gaiter

Pass 5 Nov 2013 143,437 miles

Oil leak

all four shock absorbers weak

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 28 Oct 2013 143,230 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

all four shock absorbers weak

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2012 137,030 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 134,523 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 134,523 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside front wing damaged

Pass 29 Dec 2010 133,032 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 130,990 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 130,989 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 24 Dec 2008 129,682 miles

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

front brake discs worn

offside front tyre slight damage inner sidewall

Pass 24 Dec 2008 129,682 miles

front brake discs worn

offside front tyre slight damage inner sidewall

Fail 17 Dec 2007 128,014 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

front brake discs worn

slight exhaust blow front

Pass 17 Dec 2007 128,014 miles

front brake discs worn

slight exhaust blow front

Pass 20 Dec 2006 125,801 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s front indicator lens taped up at time of test

Pass 23 Dec 2005 122,796 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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H374 AKP is a 1990 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1990 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 109,913 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 H374 AKP, 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 36 years old, this Toyota Carina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H374 AKP registered?

H374 AKP is a 1990 Toyota Carina, first registered on 3 August 1990.

Is H374 AKP safe to buy?

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