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P426 YUF

1997 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,489 mi
Last recorded91,489 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP426 YUF
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 91,489 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 91,489 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 88,793 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 86,707 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 85,189 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 83,301 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 81,035 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 81,023 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 78,239 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 74,720 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight damage to offside front outer wall

Pass 15 Dec 2008 71,438 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 67,501 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 67,501 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 63,828 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 63,828 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2005 58,139 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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P426 YUF is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P426 YUF, 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 P426 YUF registered?

P426 YUF is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is P426 YUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P426 YUF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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