MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
289,051 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Toyota Carina?
Based on 357,148 MOT tests across 60,472 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M497 SNF is a 1995 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1995 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 108,288 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 M497 SNF, 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 31 years old, this Toyota Carina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of M497 SNF?
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What year was M497 SNF registered?
M497 SNF is a 1995 Toyota Carina, first registered on 31 May 1995.
Is M497 SNF safe to buy?
The MOT history for M497 SNF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M497 SNF have outstanding finance?
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