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P126 LVU

1997 Toyota Carina E

White Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,887 mi
Last recorded123,887 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2006
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 LVU
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2006 123,887 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 113,855 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?

Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,669
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
35,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,455
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,582
position lamp(s) not working 10,373
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,043
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 8,776
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P126 LVU is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in White with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Carina E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 22,455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P126 LVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina E typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P126 LVU?

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What year was P126 LVU registered?

P126 LVU is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P126 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P126 LVU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P126 LVU have outstanding finance?

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