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N449 TPH

1996 Toyota Carina E

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

178,962 mi
Last recorded178,962 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina E106,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN449 TPH
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2012 178,962 miles

front section of exhaust showing signs of pitting

rear no plate showing signs of contamination starting

rear section of exhaust showing signs of pitting

Pass 9 Jun 2011 160,464 miles

rear no plate showing signs of contamination starting

Fail 9 Jun 2011 160,464 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

rear no plate showing signs of contamination starting

Pass 7 Jun 2010 146,481 miles

front no plate showing signs of contamination

rear no plate showing signs of contamination

Pass 25 Jun 2009 131,246 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 131,246 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 117,324 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 103,242 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 103,242 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 88,259 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?

Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,669
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
35,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,455
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,582
position lamp(s) not working 10,373
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,043
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 8,776
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N449 TPH is a 1996 Toyota Carina E in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 106,071 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Carina E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 22,455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N449 TPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina E typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N449 TPH registered?

N449 TPH is a 1996 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is N449 TPH safe to buy?

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