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P559 UFA

1997 Toyota Carina E

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

167,765 mi
Last recorded167,765 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP559 UFA
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 167,765 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both ront sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 161,380 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 161,379 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Outer Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 153,976 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside + Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front + Rear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside + Offside sill inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 152,911 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 151,657 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 150,430 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 148,669 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 146,334 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 144,253 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 139,407 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 134,702 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 129,337 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 124,748 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 120,374 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 115,420 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 110,321 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 105,819 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 101,258 miles

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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P559 UFA is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P559 UFA, 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 P559 UFA registered?

P559 UFA is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P559 UFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P559 UFA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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