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N217 CYD

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2014
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

150,215 mi
Last recorded150,215 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN217 CYD
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2013 150,215 miles

Fuel Pipe slightly corroded.

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

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 20 Nov 2013 150,204 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel Pipe slightly corroded.

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

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

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 144,414 miles

Oil leak

engine manegement light on

front to rear brake pipes rusty

nsr brake pipe rusty

nsr tyre worn

Fail 14 Nov 2012 144,414 miles

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

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

Nearside 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)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

engine manegement light on

front to rear brake pipes rusty

nsr brake pipe rusty

nsr tyre worn

Pass 12 Nov 2011 140,520 miles

both rear anti roll bar d bushes worn

engine manegement light on

front pads worn to limit

movement in nsf drop link

movement in osf rackend

rear brake pipe rusty at comp valve

Fail 11 Nov 2011 140,518 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both rear anti roll bar d bushes worn

engine manegement light on

front pads worn to limit

movement in nsf drop link

movement in osf rackend

rear brake pipe rusty at comp valve

Fail 7 Nov 2011 140,495 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 135,383 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 135,383 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 134,605 miles

engine managment lamp on dash

Fail 23 Nov 2009 134,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine managment lamp on dash

Pass 14 Nov 2008 134,035 miles

EML ON

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

slight play in rack arms

Pass 14 Dec 2007 133,505 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 132,285 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 132,285 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 9 Feb 2006 120,318 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 120,318 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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N217 CYD is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 N217 CYD, 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.

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What year was N217 CYD registered?

N217 CYD is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 28 February 1996.

Is N217 CYD safe to buy?

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