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R229 TLO

1997 Toyota Carina E

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,149 mi
Last recorded118,149 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR229 TLO
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 118,149 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 114,080 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 110,593 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES HAVE STARTED TO CRACK

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 107,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 103,287 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Sep 2015

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 99,948 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 96,517 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 91,069 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 86,869 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 81,918 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 81,918 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 76,516 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 70,835 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 65,239 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 59,411 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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R229 TLO is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R229 TLO, 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 R229 TLO registered?

R229 TLO is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R229 TLO safe to buy?

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