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K299 UHG

1993 Toyota Carina

Turquoise Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

133,440 mi
Last recorded133,440 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2013
Typical for 1993 Toyota Carina116,641 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK299 UHG
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2013 133,440 miles

(2.5C.1a)The nearside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is slightly deteriorated

(2.5C.1a)The offside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is slightly deteriorated

(2c)There is a slight oil leak from the engine

(3.6B.2c)The rear brake pipes along their lengths have surface corrosion present.

(6.1C.1)The nearside rear bumper corner has damage present,which based on the material of manufacturer would probably flake away before causing injury,but should be given attention.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 22 Jan 2013 133,440 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

(2.5C.1a)The nearside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is slightly deteriorated

(2.5C.1a)The offside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is slightly deteriorated

(2c)There is a slight oil leak from the engine

(3.6B.2c)The rear brake pipes along their lengths have surface corrosion present.

(6.1C.1)The nearside rear bumper corner has damage present,which based on the material of manufacturer would probably flake away before causing injury,but should be given attention.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 23 Jan 2012 133,440 miles

(1.9.1)The vehicle battery has been incorrectly secured,and the charge level is low

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush is deteriorating

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm rear bush is deteriorating

(2.5C.1a)The offside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter (outer) is slightly deteriorated

(2c)There is a slight oil leak present

(3.6B.2c)The brake pipes as far as can be seen throughout the vehicle have surface corrosion present along their lengths

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(6.1C.1)The nearside rear bumper assembly is deteriorating

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle presenter should have the necessary repairs carried out within a reasonable time period

Pass 20 Jan 2011 133,440 miles

(1.7.4a)The nearside headlamp is deteriorated were water has comtaminated the internal side of the glass lens

(1.8A.1)The nearside dipped beam pattern is deteriorated, but is not affecting the light output to illuminate the road ahead

(1.8B,2)The nearside headlamp horizontal alignment is set at the higher limit of 0.5%

(2.4A.2)The offside and the nearside rear suspension prescribed area(s) has surface corrosion present

(2.5C.1d)The offside front drive shaft outer coupling constant velocity joint gaiter is deteriorating

(2c)Presence of engine oil indicating a slight leak

(3.6B.2c)The front to rear brake pipes have a protective cover fitted over them.The brake pipe across the rear axle has surface corrosion present along it's length

(3.7.2e)The front service brakes efforts during their reducing efforts are at 25%,which indicates they are ready for service/repairs

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre is worn close to the legal limit

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(7.3C.2b)The engine speed measuring device did not register a signal and therefore has been bypassed.A subjective assessment has been used

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST CRITERIA

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

Fail 20 Jan 2011 133,440 miles

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

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

(1.7.4a)The nearside headlamp is deteriorated were water has comtaminated the internal side of the glass lens

(1.8A.1)The nearside dipped beam pattern is deteriorated, but is not affecting the light output to illuminate the road ahead

(1.8B,2)The nearside headlamp horizontal alignment is set at the higher limit of 0.5%

(2.4A.2)The offside and the nearside rear suspension prescribed area(s) has surface corrosion present

(2.5C.1d)The offside front drive shaft outer coupling constant velocity joint gaiter is deteriorating

(2c)Presence of engine oil indicating a slight leak

(3.6B.2c)The front to rear brake pipes have a protective cover fitted over them.The brake pipe across the rear axle has surface corrosion present along it's length

(3.7.2e)The front service brakes efforts during their reducing efforts are at 25%,which indicates they are ready for service/repairs

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre is worn close to the legal limit

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(7.3C.2b)The engine speed measuring device did not register a signal and therefore has been bypassed.A subjective assessment has been used

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST CRITERIA

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

Pass 19 Jan 2010 133,440 miles

(2.4G.3)The nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush is splitting

(2.4G.3)The offside front lower suspension arm rear bush is splitting

(2.5C.1d)The offside front outer drive shaft constant velocity joint gaitor is deteriorating

(4.1D1)The offside front tyre is worn close to the legal limit

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 19 Jan 2010 133,440 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

(2.4G.3)The nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush is splitting

(2.4G.3)The offside front lower suspension arm rear bush is splitting

(2.5C.1d)The offside front outer drive shaft constant velocity joint gaitor is deteriorating

(4.1D1)The offside front tyre is worn close to the legal limit

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 129,758 miles

(1.6B1.2,4)The offside driving dipped beam horizontal alignment is set at the 2.0% limit,and the image break point is poor and set at the 0% limit

(2.4G.3)The nearside front suspension arm bush is starting to split and slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.3)The offside front suspension arm bush is starting to split and slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.3)The offside rear antiroll bar clamp bush is slightly worn

(2.5C.1d)The offside front outer constant velocity joint gaitor is starting to deteriorate

(3.1.4a)Slight side play present within the parking brake lever assembly indicating wear present

(3.3A.1d)The service brake pedal has slight side movement at right angles to the normal movement indicating that the bearings are worn

(5.1B.6)The nearside rear seat belt prescribed area has surface corrosion present

Fail 19 Jan 2009 129,758 miles

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

(1.6B1.2,4)The offside driving dipped beam horizontal alignment is set at the 2.0% limit,and the image break point is poor and set at the 0% limit

(2.4G.3)The nearside front suspension arm bush is starting to split and slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.3)The offside front suspension arm bush is starting to split and slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.3)The offside rear antiroll bar clamp bush is slightly worn

(2.5C.1d)The offside front outer constant velocity joint gaitor is starting to deteriorate

(2.7.5)The offside rear shock absorber damping effect is weak

(3.1.4a)Slight side play present within the parking brake lever assembly indicating wear present

(3.3A.1d)The service brake pedal has slight side movement at right angles to the normal movement indicating that the bearings are worn

(5.1B.6)The nearside rear seat belt prescribed area has surface corrosion present

Pass 25 Jan 2008 126,054 miles

(2.3.1b)Possible overfilled reservoir of power steering,advised due to presence of fluid around pump assembly

(2.7.3)the offside rear shock absorber has a light misting of oil

(2.7.5)the nearside rear suspension bounce test is noisy indicating a possible partial seizure of a component,which may require further attention

(3.7A.2e)the front brakes out of balance is at 25%,which is considered to be the maximum legal limit,recommend service

(3.7A.5C) the rear service brakes rate of change is approximately 040Kgf indifference,recommend servicing

The passenger compartment is heavily soiled with cigarette smoke which may affect health and safety of others who have to carry out inspections,please ensure vehicle applies with current regulations for future tests

Pass 4 Jan 2007 121,448 miles

The offside front brake pads very close to the legal minimum 1.5mm.The nearside front brake pads wearing thin.

Fail 4 Jan 2007 121,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

The offside front brake pads very close to the legal minimum 1.5mm.The nearside front brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 13 Jan 2006 114,254 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 114,254 miles

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

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

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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K299 UHG is a 1993 Toyota Carina in Turquoise with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 K299 UHG, 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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K299 UHG is a 1993 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 January 1993.

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