MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
216,102 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
N/S handbrake cable insecure
O/S wiper blade torn
Slight brake bind - both rear wheels
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Lower Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
Offside Rear Lower Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?
Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R104 UWA is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Red with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 R104 UWA, 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 R104 UWA registered?
R104 UWA is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 20 October 1997.
Is R104 UWA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R104 UWA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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