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P370 SBD

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

205,653 mi
Last recorded205,653 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP370 SBD
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 205,653 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 197,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 187,722 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 176,776 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 173,352 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 162,945 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 149,314 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 134,368 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 119,025 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 100,668 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 82,965 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 28 Sep 2013 80,411 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 80,411 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 80,371 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 25 Nov 2009 80,371 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2008 77,860 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Dec 2008 77,860 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2007 73,857 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Dec 2006 68,863 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 68,863 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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P370 SBD is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P370 SBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P370 SBD registered?

P370 SBD is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 3 March 1997.

Is P370 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P370 SBD shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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