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N23 HLP

1996 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,983 mi
Last recorded96,983 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 HLP
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 96,983 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 96,983 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 96,903 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 96,839 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 96,280 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 95,754 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 95,331 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 95,331 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 95,279 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 95,279 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 94,961 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 94,961 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 94,585 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 94,585 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 94,011 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 94,011 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 92,905 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 92,905 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 88,751 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 78,871 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 69,148 miles

wiper blades noisy

Pass 8 Jun 2009 62,246 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 62,246 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2008 58,413 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 58,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2007 57,590 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 56,500 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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N23 HLP is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N23 HLP, 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 N23 HLP registered?

N23 HLP is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is N23 HLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N23 HLP shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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