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P550 CPF

1997 Toyota Carina E

Red Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,974 mi
Last recorded93,974 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP550 CPF
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 Jan 2018 93,974 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

radiator leaking

Pass 4 Oct 2016 75,739 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 75,290 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 75,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 9 Aug 2014 74,419 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 74,419 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 73,496 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 72,222 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 71,454 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 70,668 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 70,668 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 69,126 miles

Nearside front and offside rear tyres slight tear

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 67,142 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 64,770 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 64,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?

Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,669
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
35,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,455
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,582
position lamp(s) not working 10,373
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,043
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 8,776
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P550 CPF is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Red with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,726 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 E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 22,455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P550 CPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina E typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P550 CPF registered?

P550 CPF is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 11 February 1997.

Is P550 CPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P550 CPF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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