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N108 VPC

1996 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,339 mi
Last recorded92,339 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN108 VPC
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2015 92,339 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 92,339 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 87,177 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2014 87,170 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 82,298 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 78,722 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2011 76,504 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 76,478 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 73,099 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 70,632 miles

offside rear tyre starting to go out of shape

Pass 11 Jun 2008 68,909 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 66,166 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 66,141 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 63,923 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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N108 VPC is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 105,335 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 N108 VPC, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Carina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N108 VPC registered?

N108 VPC is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N108 VPC safe to buy?

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