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P963 PYY

1997 Toyota Carina E

Red Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,532 mi
Last recorded116,532 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP963 PYY
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 116,532 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 114,447 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 114,447 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 113,661 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 26 Jul 2014 112,936 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 10 Jul 2013 110,216 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 107,637 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 104,814 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 100,497 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 98,081 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 98,081 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 93,342 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 93,240 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jan 2007 87,933 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 87,933 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 81,490 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?

Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,669
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
35,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,455
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,582
position lamp(s) not working 10,373
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,043
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 8,776
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P963 PYY is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Red with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Carina E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 22,455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P963 PYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina E typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P963 PYY registered?

P963 PYY is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 3 February 1997.

Is P963 PYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P963 PYY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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