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P346 RUU

1996 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

72,353 mi
Last recorded72,353 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP346 RUU
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 72,353 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 72,353 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 71,771 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 70,311 miles

Tested in wet conditions

Pass 9 Oct 2019 69,463 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 68,468 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 68,467 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 67,783 miles

Nail in tyre n/s/f ()

Pass 12 Oct 2016 65,423 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil pair (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Oct 2015 64,554 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 63,702 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 63,939 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 60,209 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 56,443 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 52,809 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 52,809 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 48,976 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 44,908 miles

airbag light stays on

Pass 10 Oct 2007 41,230 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 38,239 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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P346 RUU is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P346 RUU, 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 P346 RUU registered?

P346 RUU is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 27 August 1996.

Is P346 RUU safe to buy?

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