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P134 PYV

1996 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

203,919 mi
Last recorded203,919 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2008
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP134 PYV
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2008 203,919 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Rear bumper insecure

Major oil leak under engine

Fail 8 Apr 2008 203,919 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear bumper insecure

Major oil leak under engine

Pass 2 Feb 2007 175,761 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 133,363 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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P134 PYV is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P134 PYV, 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 P134 PYV registered?

P134 PYV is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is P134 PYV safe to buy?

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