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P449 YPK

1996 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

127,136 mi
Last recorded127,136 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP449 YPK
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 127,136 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 126,539 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer pump operating slow

Pass 30 Apr 2016 125,961 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 124,770 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 124,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2014 123,937 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 123,937 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2013 122,829 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 122,829 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 121,558 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 120,213 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 119,034 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 119,034 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 117,296 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Jan 2008 115,627 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 115,627 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 112,368 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 109,402 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 109,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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P449 YPK is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 P449 YPK, 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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P449 YPK is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is P449 YPK safe to buy?

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