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N473 ERK

1995 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

111,108 mi
Last recorded111,108 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2015
Typical for 1995 Toyota Carina108,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN473 ERK
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2015 111,108 miles

all flexible brake hoses slightly perished

front discs slight corrosion and pitting

Fail 14 Jul 2015 111,069 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all flexible brake hoses slightly perished

front discs slight corrosion and pitting

Pass 16 Jul 2014 107,367 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 107,362 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2013 104,184 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 101,574 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres ;low on edges.

Fail 27 Jul 2012 101,548 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres ;low on edges.

Pass 10 Jun 2011 97,554 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres aspect size different to rears

n/s/f tyre outer wall poor condition and worn on outer edge

n/s/r tyre outer wall poor condition

Fail 8 Jun 2011 97,534 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

n/s/f tyre outer wall poor condition and worn on outer edge

n/s/r tyre outer wall poor condition

Pass 17 Jun 2010 94,500 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 17 Jun 2010 94,500 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 90,799 miles

Rear brake noise/squeek.

Strongly adv, Full brake inspection, Front brake discs worn, Front brake pads suspect low,Front and rear brake imbalance, Rear tyres aged, n/s sill damaged, Marks in front screen, Front nuber plate worn.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 90,799 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Strongly adv, Full brake inspection, Front brake discs worn, Front brake pads suspect low,Front and rear brake imbalance, Rear tyres aged, n/s sill damaged, Marks in front screen, Front nuber plate worn.

Pass 1 Jul 2008 86,272 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust has temporary repair

n/s/r tyre inner edge low

Pass 18 Jul 2007 84,991 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

offside front indicator lamp cracked

Pass 28 Jul 2006 81,794 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside front indicator lamp lens holed

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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N473 ERK is a 1995 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1995 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 108,288 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 N473 ERK, 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 31 years old, this Toyota Carina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N473 ERK registered?

N473 ERK is a 1995 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N473 ERK safe to buy?

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