MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
160,413 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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How Reliable is the Toyota Carina?
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P838 DPC is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 P838 DPC, 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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How do I check the history of P838 DPC?
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What year was P838 DPC registered?
P838 DPC is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 7 March 1997.
Is P838 DPC safe to buy?
The MOT history for P838 DPC shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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