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N62 DRW

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

123,763 mi
Last recorded123,763 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN62 DRW
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 123,763 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 123,755 miles

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

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

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2010 123,750 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2010 123,749 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

Fail 26 Nov 2008 122,122 miles

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

both front brake flexys poor

play in o/s rear anti roll inner bush

radiator inpoor condition

Pass 26 Nov 2008 122,122 miles

both front brake flexys poor

play in o/s rear anti roll inner bush

radiator inpoor condition

Pass 11 Oct 2007 116,293 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 108,805 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 108,740 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 26 Aug 2005 99,974 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2005 99,974 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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N62 DRW is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 N62 DRW, 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

How do I check the history of N62 DRW?

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What year was N62 DRW registered?

N62 DRW is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N62 DRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N62 DRW shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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