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R310 DGH

1997 Toyota Carina E

Red Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2009
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

269,216 mi
Last recorded269,216 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR310 DGH
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2008 269,216 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 250,712 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 244,206 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 244,205 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 18 Nov 2006 217,662 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 217,662 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 214,847 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 214,847 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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R310 DGH is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Red with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R310 DGH, 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 R310 DGH registered?

R310 DGH is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R310 DGH safe to buy?

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