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N966 JLX

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1770cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,954 mi
Last recorded118,954 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN966 JLX
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,770cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 118,954 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 118,954 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 116,865 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 114,872 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2016 114,872 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2015 112,342 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 110,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 105,403 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 99,262 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 93,108 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 93,094 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 87,656 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 80,284 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 70,340 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 56,586 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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N966 JLX is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,770cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N966 JLX, 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 N966 JLX registered?

N966 JLX is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N966 JLX safe to buy?

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