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P326 SNG

1997 Toyota Carina

Red Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,545 mi
Last recorded147,545 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP326 SNG
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2012 147,545 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 147,539 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 138,669 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 138,591 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 138,591 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 127,258 miles

ALL BRAKE PIPES SLIGHTLY CORRODED & HEAVILY GREASED.

Pass 6 Jul 2009 112,674 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 95,780 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 95,780 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2006 84,935 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 70,534 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 70,526 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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P326 SNG is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P326 SNG, 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 P326 SNG registered?

P326 SNG is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P326 SNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P326 SNG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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