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P399 XFR

1997 Toyota Carina E

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,111 mi
Last recorded60,111 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP399 XFR
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 60,111 miles

(2.4G.3)The nearside front lower suspension arm (rear) bush is deteriorating.

(2.4G.3)The nearside rear suspension anti-roll bar clamp bush is slightly worn.

(2.4G.3)The offside front lower suspension arm (rear) bush is deteriorating.

(2.4G.3)The offside rear suspension anti-roll bar clamp bush is slightly worn.

(2c)there is presence of engine oil which indicates there is a leak present.It appears that a repair service is required.

(3.1.4a)The parking brake lever has side movement present at right angles to the normal movement indicating wear present.

(3.6B.2c)The nearside front brake pipe to hose union has surface corrosion present along its length.

(3.6B.2c)The offside front brake pipe to hose union has surface corrosion present along its length.

(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes efforts during their application/reducing modes are at 23%, it appears the brakes are ready for a repair service.

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre shoulder is wearing unevenly.

(5.2.6)The offside floor panel within the seat belt prescribed area is damaged.

(8.2.1c)The nearside windscreen wiper arm pivot is worn.

(8.2.1c)The offside windscreen wiper arm pivot is worn.

(8.2.3)The offside windscreen washer(s) 'one of two' provides no liquid to clear zone A of the windscreen in conjunction with the wiper blade

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES TO THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete inspection of some compoents,and the vehicle structure.

Pass 18 May 2010 56,808 miles

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

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Fail 17 May 2010 56,798 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 5 Jun 2008 50,003 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 46,078 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 41,978 miles

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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P399 XFR is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,726 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 P399 XFR, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P399 XFR is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 30 April 1997.

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