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P797 GKM

1996 Toyota Carina

White Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,819 mi
Last recorded132,819 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP797 GKM
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 132,819 miles

both front tyres perishing

Fail 25 Aug 2016 132,819 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres perishing

Pass 27 Aug 2015 132,452 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 132,452 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 132,010 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 132,010 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 128,754 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 125,203 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 121,916 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear metal pipes to calipers rusty

r/o/s roll bae d bush has slight play

Pass 19 Aug 2010 118,498 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

fog lamp switch slightly sticky but oparational

Pass 20 Aug 2009 115,009 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 111,658 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 108,102 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 104,238 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 95,894 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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P797 GKM is a 1996 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 P797 GKM, 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 P797 GKM registered?

P797 GKM is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 23 August 1996.

Is P797 GKM safe to buy?

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