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N52 HBP

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

159,999 mi
Last recorded159,999 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2010
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN52 HBP
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2010 159,999 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s front side light slightly dim

o/s wiper blade split

Fail 4 Oct 2010 159,995 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s front side light slightly dim

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 2 Sep 2009 141,103 miles

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

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

parking permit in swept area

Pass 15 Sep 2008 123,246 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 123,245 miles

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

both front and rear number plates discoloured

Pass 11 Sep 2007 105,699 miles

rear shock absorbers damp

Fail 5 Sep 2006 84,141 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

o/s/r tyre low tread

rear number plate marked

slihgt play in n/s/f and n/s/r a.r.b. link pin joints

Pass 5 Sep 2006 84,141 miles

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

o/s/r tyre low tread

rear number plate marked

slihgt play in n/s/f and n/s/r a.r.b. link pin joints

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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N52 HBP is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N52 HBP, 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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What year was N52 HBP registered?

N52 HBP is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N52 HBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N52 HBP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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