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P589 JJW

1997 Toyota Carina

Green Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,356 mi
Last recorded88,356 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP589 JJW
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 88,356 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 88,356 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 85,734 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 82,950 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 79,918 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 77,733 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 75,415 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 75,415 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 72,894 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 72,892 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 68,602 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 64,243 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 64,241 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2010 57,811 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 51,914 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 47,790 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 42,292 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 37,888 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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P589 JJW is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Green with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P589 JJW, 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 P589 JJW registered?

P589 JJW is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 29 March 1997.

Is P589 JJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P589 JJW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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