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P971 OVG

1996 Toyota Carina

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,153 mi
Last recorded127,153 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2007
Typical for 1996 Toyota Carina105,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP971 OVG
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2007 127,153 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 120,942 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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P971 OVG is a 1996 Toyota Carina in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P971 OVG, 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

How do I check the history of P971 OVG?

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What year was P971 OVG registered?

P971 OVG is a 1996 Toyota Carina, first registered on 21 November 1996.

Is P971 OVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P971 OVG 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.

Does P971 OVG have outstanding finance?

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