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K518 JGY

1992 Toyota Carina

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,805 mi
Last recorded142,805 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Toyota Carina114,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK518 JGY
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 142,805 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 141,163 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 139,689 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 139,659 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH SIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 137,612 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 135,562 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 135,555 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 134,312 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight drag o/s/r brake

wet test

Pass 6 Aug 2019 131,753 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 128,245 miles

cv gaiters perishing

oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2017 124,679 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 121,173 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 118,569 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 115,633 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 111,553 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing & sidewall cut

Pass 20 Aug 2012 107,527 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 103,753 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2011 103,753 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 99,701 miles

front tyres n/s 3mm o/s 4mm

Pass 20 Aug 2009 95,564 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 90,982 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 85,858 miles

cv boots perishing att to rear shockers

Pass 21 Aug 2006 79,485 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 74,261 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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K518 JGY is a 1992 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 K518 JGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K518 JGY registered?

K518 JGY is a 1992 Toyota Carina, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is K518 JGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K518 JGY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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