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N320 PPM

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,590 mi
Last recorded133,590 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN320 PPM
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2013 133,590 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

body slightly damage

Pass 3 Jun 2013 133,590 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

body slightly damage

Pass 6 Jun 2012 126,883 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

near-side front tyre worn at outer shoulder

Pass 25 May 2011 118,022 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 106,541 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 98,771 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 92,094 miles

engine has bad oil leak

Pass 30 May 2007 84,940 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 77,210 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2006 77,210 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight oil leak from the steering rack.

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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N320 PPM is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N320 PPM, 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 N320 PPM registered?

N320 PPM is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N320 PPM safe to buy?

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