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M218 XBG

1994 Toyota Carina E

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,223 mi
Last recorded76,223 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 1994 Toyota Carina E113,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM218 XBG
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 76,223 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 71,294 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 66,396 miles

rear anti roll bar bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Aug 2013 63,703 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 63,622 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 60,822 miles

advise front discs corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2011 56,909 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2010 53,072 miles

Oil leak

o/s front tyre worn inner edge

rear reg plate detorating

Fail 2 Sep 2010 53,050 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 49,007 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 43,547 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2008 43,547 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 38,774 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 33,375 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 33,375 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2005 30,069 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?

Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,669
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
35,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,455
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,582
position lamp(s) not working 10,373
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,043
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 8,776
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M218 XBG is a 1994 Toyota Carina E in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 113,511 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Carina E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 22,455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M218 XBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina E typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M218 XBG registered?

M218 XBG is a 1994 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 25 November 1994.

Is M218 XBG safe to buy?

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