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L257 JPP

1994 Toyota Carina

White Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,936 mi
Last recorded136,936 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2014
Typical for 1994 Toyota Carina111,715 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL257 JPP
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2014 136,936 miles

exhaust corroding

front no plate cracked

slight chip in front screen

slight exhaust blow

Fail 26 Mar 2014 136,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

exhaust corroding

front no plate cracked

slight chip in front screen

Pass 15 Apr 2013 133,703 miles

expired retest repaired at VTS for advisories look at failure sheet

Fail 27 Mar 2013 133,591 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

underside and components corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2012 129,943 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear subframe corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2011 127,118 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 125,140 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 122,819 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 28 Mar 2008 120,164 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 120,164 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 May 2007 117,727 miles

exhaust pipe slight leak (front section)

fuel pipes at rear starting to corrode

rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion (still feel solid with no leaks)

small chip within the rest of the swept area

small chip within zone a

small cut (not exposing any cord) in nearside front inner tyre wall

Pass 4 May 2006 111,691 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 111,691 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

fuel pipes corroded

radiator poor condition

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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L257 JPP is a 1994 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1994 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 111,715 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 L257 JPP, 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 32 years old, this Toyota Carina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L257 JPP is a 1994 Toyota Carina, first registered on 28 February 1994.

Is L257 JPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L257 JPP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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