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N941 KVF

1996 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

146,076 mi
Last recorded146,076 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN941 KVF
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 15 Jan 2021 146,076 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front tyres scrubbed out on inner edges

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front fog light missing

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in it -punctured - not repairable

recommend tracking check/adjustment

Pass 18 Jan 2020 144,492 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 141,126 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 141,122 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 137,309 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 133,321 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 133,321 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 129,196 miles

Centre Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre perished

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

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

oil leak

Pass 10 Jan 2015 124,061 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 117,281 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 117,281 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 111,085 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 111,085 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 14 Jan 2012 105,701 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 105,701 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 98,713 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 93,964 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 88,330 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 88,330 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2007 82,863 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 78,586 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 78,586 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2005 74,702 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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N941 KVF is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 N941 KVF, 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 N941 KVF registered?

N941 KVF is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N941 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N941 KVF shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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