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R234 STP

1997 Toyota Carina E

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,437 mi
Last recorded141,437 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR234 STP
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Feb 2020 141,437 miles

Offside Front Headlight lens cracked

Pass 28 Feb 2019 128,988 miles

Both front tyres inner and outer edge worn

Offside Front Headlight lens cracked

Rear d-clamp bushes worn

Pass 16 Feb 2018 125,860 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 124,275 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 121,490 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 118,814 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 115,180 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 110,907 miles

front anti roll bar link worn

Pass 14 Feb 2012 105,872 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 100,749 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 94,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 82,081 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 72,230 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 60,323 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 48,809 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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R234 STP is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R234 STP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R234 STP registered?

R234 STP is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R234 STP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R234 STP shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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