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P126 YCN

1996 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

158,720 mi
Last recorded158,720 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 YCN
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 158,720 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 14,746 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 135,380 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 124,071 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 113,210 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 103,201 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 92,006 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 80,679 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 80,679 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 75,481 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 72,076 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 69,467 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 67,310 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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P126 YCN is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P126 YCN, 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 P126 YCN registered?

P126 YCN is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P126 YCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P126 YCN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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