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P28 MRK

1996 Toyota Carina E

Red Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,032 mi
Last recorded152,032 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2012
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina E106,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 MRK
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2012 152,032 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 148,102 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2010 141,944 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2010 141,944 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 135,029 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front number plate cracked

Pass 8 Feb 2008 126,980 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 126,980 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 12 Jan 2007 117,697 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 12 Jan 2007 117,697 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 10 Feb 2006
Pass 3 Dec 2005

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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P28 MRK is a 1996 Toyota Carina E in Red with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 106,071 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 P28 MRK, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P28 MRK registered?

P28 MRK is a 1996 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P28 MRK safe to buy?

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