MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
143,355 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front brake discs worn
oil leak on gearbox
radiator in poor condition
rear wiper blade worn
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
slight play in o/s end of steering rack
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Toyota Carina?
Based on 357,148 MOT tests across 60,472 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N257 NHR is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N257 NHR, 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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How do I check the history of N257 NHR?
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What year was N257 NHR registered?
N257 NHR is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 30 May 1996.
Is N257 NHR safe to buy?
The MOT history for N257 NHR shows 6 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.
Does N257 NHR have outstanding finance?
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