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HUY 542T

1978 Toyota Carina

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,161 mi
Last recorded48,161 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUY 542T
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2008 48,161 miles

slight corosion on body work

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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HUY 542T is a 1978 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HUY 542T, 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 48 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 HUY 542T?

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What year was HUY 542T registered?

HUY 542T is a 1978 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is HUY 542T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUY 542T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HUY 542T have outstanding finance?

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