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L953 NAV

1993 Toyota Carina

White Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

193,507 mi
Last recorded193,507 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2008
Typical for 1993 Toyota Carina116,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL953 NAV
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2008 193,507 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Tyres worn on edge (Tracking)

Fail 1 Feb 2008 193,298 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Tyres worn on edge (Tracking)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 182,712 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2007 182,712 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

n/s/f inner cv boot split

Pass 7 Jan 2006 174,734 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2005 174,734 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front bumber damadge

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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L953 NAV is a 1993 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 L953 NAV, 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 L953 NAV registered?

L953 NAV is a 1993 Toyota Carina, first registered on 17 September 1993.

Is L953 NAV safe to buy?

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