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P428 GRD

1997 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,795 mi
Last recorded94,795 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP428 GRD
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2015 94,795 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 89,445 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 83,851 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 77,016 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 70,716 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 64,056 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 58,627 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 52,603 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 46,765 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 42,966 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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P428 GRD is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P428 GRD, 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

How do I check the history of P428 GRD?

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What year was P428 GRD registered?

P428 GRD is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P428 GRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P428 GRD shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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