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P533 JWK

1996 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

169,791 mi
Last recorded169,791 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP533 JWK
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2014 169,791 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Engine has slight missfire !

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 163,921 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 156,656 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 156,635 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 150,324 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 144,207 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

OS wheel arch has damage

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 138,834 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 138,815 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 135,433 miles

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

off side rear quarter panel starting to corrode

Fail 6 Aug 2007 124,823 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front bonnet damage no sharp edges

Pass 6 Aug 2007 124,823 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front bonnet damage no sharp edges

Pass 22 Aug 2006 115,569 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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P533 JWK is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P533 JWK, 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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What year was P533 JWK registered?

P533 JWK is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is P533 JWK safe to buy?

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