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N587 YAN

1996 Toyota Carina

Red Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

230,338 mi
Last recorded230,338 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2011
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN587 YAN
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2011 230,338 miles

near side mirror missing

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

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2011 230,338 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

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

near side mirror missing

Pass 2 Dec 2010 211,691 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 211,691 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 193,574 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 174,595 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 152,225 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 130,261 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 107,470 miles

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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N587 YAN is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N587 YAN, 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 N587 YAN registered?

N587 YAN is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 11 April 1996.

Is N587 YAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N587 YAN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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