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J179 RNC

1992 Toyota Carina E

White Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

154,663 mi
Last recorded154,663 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2013
Typical for 1992 Toyota Carina E118,420 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ179 RNC
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2013 154,663 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 21 Nov 2012 149,955 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 149,955 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 144,668 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 136,677 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 132,342 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 132,342 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fail 22 Nov 2008 130,807 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 130,807 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 127,623 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Aug 2006 125,595 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 125,595 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 12,595 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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J179 RNC is a 1992 Toyota Carina E in White with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1992 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 118,420 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 J179 RNC, 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 34 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J179 RNC registered?

J179 RNC is a 1992 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is J179 RNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J179 RNC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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