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P518 HAN

1997 Toyota Carina

White Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

133,656 mi
Last recorded133,656 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP518 HAN
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 133,656 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Rear suspension has reduced damping

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 May 2015 121,295 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2015 121,295 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 110,880 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 100,313 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 May 2012 88,753 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside front tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 78,121 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 May 2010 67,859 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 56,605 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 54,447 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 2 Nov 2007 53,824 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 53,824 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 53,127 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 50,836 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 46,445 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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P518 HAN is a 1997 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P518 HAN, 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.

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What year was P518 HAN registered?

P518 HAN is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P518 HAN safe to buy?

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