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P658 MNA

1997 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,325 mi
Last recorded116,325 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP658 MNA
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 116,325 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2013 116,320 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 107,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

wear in both wiper arms,n/s/r service brake late

Pass 21 Sep 2012 107,797 miles

wear in both wiper arms,n/s/r service brake late

Pass 7 Sep 2011 101,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Sep 2011 101,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 98,167 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 95,395 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 92,014 miles

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

wiper linkage worn.

Pass 3 Sep 2007 88,208 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 83,378 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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P658 MNA is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P658 MNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P658 MNA registered?

P658 MNA is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P658 MNA safe to buy?

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