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N639 ATF

1996 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

137,411 mi
Last recorded137,411 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN639 ATF
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2014 137,411 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2013 132,187 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust slightly corroded

o/s/r reg plate bulb dim

o/s/r tyre has a cut in tread no cords showing

oil dampness to engine and gearbox

Fail 8 Aug 2013 132,187 miles

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)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust slightly corroded

o/s/r reg plate bulb dim

o/s/r tyre has a cut in tread no cords showing

oil dampness to engine and gearbox

Pass 15 Aug 2012 127,253 miles

nearside rear tyre is perishing

both inner rack joints has slight play

Fail 7 Aug 2012 127,183 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both inner rack joints has slight play

nearside rear tyre is perishing

Pass 30 Jul 2011 118,586 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 118,586 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage but does not expose the cords

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 14 Aug 2010 113,011 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

chi;d seat fitted to offside rear seat belt with centre lap belt stuck under the child seat

emgine running ruff

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

slight play in the steering rack

Pass 27 Jul 2009 109,236 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 106,517 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 106,517 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 102,851 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 102,851 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 97,183 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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N639 ATF is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 N639 ATF, 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 N639 ATF registered?

N639 ATF is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is N639 ATF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N639 ATF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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