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J294 MRG

1992 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

137,091 mi
Last recorded137,091 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2009
Typical for 1992 Toyota Carina114,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ294 MRG
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2009 137,091 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 130,978 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2008 130,965 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 128,452 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 128,452 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 126,312 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 126,312 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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J294 MRG is a 1992 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1992 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 114,894 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 J294 MRG, 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 34 years old, this Toyota Carina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J294 MRG registered?

J294 MRG is a 1992 Toyota Carina, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J294 MRG safe to buy?

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