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N401 PPK

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,567 mi
Last recorded81,567 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN401 PPK
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 81,567 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 79,005 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 76,600 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 73,873 miles

rear numberplate delaminated but not likely to be misread

Pass 28 Nov 2012 71,762 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 69,189 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 22 Nov 2011 69,189 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre wearing unevenly

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 29 Nov 2010 66,876 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 64,229 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 61,357 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 61,357 miles

Nearside Front 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 mirror damaged

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 58,490 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 58,490 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 55,587 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 51,999 miles

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

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)

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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N401 PPK is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 N401 PPK, 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 N401 PPK registered?

N401 PPK is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 11 January 1996.

Is N401 PPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N401 PPK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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