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K2 KBG

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,657 mi
Last recorded68,657 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK2 KBG
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 68,657 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 68,657 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 68,125 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 67,292 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 66,115 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 64,691 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 63,090 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 61,576 miles

O/S/F TYRE WORN INNER EDGE...

Fail 28 Sep 2016 61,576 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

O/S/F TYRE WORN INNER EDGE...

Pass 28 Sep 2015 60,928 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 60,452 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 59,912 miles

cracks to both front tyres in tread

Pass 28 Sep 2012 59,300 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 57,577 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 55,433 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 55,431 miles

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 53,892 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 52,586 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 52,586 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

EML Light on

Pass 27 Sep 2007 52,060 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 51,344 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 50,702 miles

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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K2 KBG is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 105,335 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 K2 KBG, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Carina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K2 KBG registered?

K2 KBG is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 11 October 1996.

Is K2 KBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K2 KBG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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