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P824 DFL

1996 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

101,956 mi
Last recorded101,956 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP824 DFL
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 101,956 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 101,504 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 100,846 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 100,805 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 99,326 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 95,866 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in places (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 93,822 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 90,933 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 88,509 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 85,837 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 83,765 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 80,167 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 75,194 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 74,269 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 73,580 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 71,865 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 69,099 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 65,828 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 61,678 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 56,790 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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P824 DFL is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P824 DFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P824 DFL registered?

P824 DFL is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 21 September 1996.

Is P824 DFL safe to buy?

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