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P864 NLM

1997 Toyota Carina

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,251 mi
Last recorded52,251 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP864 NLM
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 52,251 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 50,356 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 43,875 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 35,436 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 32,815 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 27,112 miles

front steering and suspension is generally corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2014 27,107 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

front steering and suspension is generally corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2013 26,162 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 25,003 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 24,071 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 23,185 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 22,234 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 21,265 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 20,135 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 18,831 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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P864 NLM is a 1997 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P864 NLM, 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 P864 NLM registered?

P864 NLM is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P864 NLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P864 NLM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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