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K140 VKL

1993 Toyota Carina

White Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

181,444 mi
Last recorded181,444 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1993 Toyota Carina116,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK140 VKL
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 181,444 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 176,457 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 170,761 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 165,107 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 158,074 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 151,200 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 146,156 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 145,796 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 143,662 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 131,710 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 131,710 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 122,193 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 122,193 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 111,167 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 102,384 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 102,384 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 98,203 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 93,521 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 93,447 miles

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

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

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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K140 VKL is a 1993 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1993 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 116,641 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K140 VKL, 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 33 years old, this Toyota Carina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K140 VKL registered?

K140 VKL is a 1993 Toyota Carina, first registered on 28 June 1993.

Is K140 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K140 VKL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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