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P135 MHK

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

121,776 mi
Last recorded121,776 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP135 MHK
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 121,776 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 120,680 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe up near compensator corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 119,451 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 117,927 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 116,322 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 114,725 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 112,531 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 112,531 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 110,704 miles

slight corrosion to rear brake pipes

Pass 16 Jun 2011 108,774 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 107,054 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 104,875 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 102,786 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 100,384 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 97,824 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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P135 MHK is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 101,856 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 P135 MHK, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Carina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P135 MHK registered?

P135 MHK is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 5 January 1997.

Is P135 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P135 MHK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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