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N61 YTV

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

145,982 mi
Last recorded145,982 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN61 YTV
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2013 145,982 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 145,982 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 142,569 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 142,569 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Engine management warning lamp ON

Pass 16 Jul 2011 138,911 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 138,911 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 133,948 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jul 2010 133,943 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 May 2009 129,389 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 23 May 2009 129,389 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 123,150 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 115,058 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2007 115,058 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 109,878 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 109,873 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

fuel tank breather pipe rusting

n/s front brake pipe rusting

n/s headlamp chipped

oil leak under oil filter

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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N61 YTV 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 53.3%.

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 N61 YTV, 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 N61 YTV registered?

N61 YTV is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N61 YTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N61 YTV shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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