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R348 CGU

1997 Toyota Carina

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

73,872 mi
Last recorded73,872 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR348 CGU
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 73,872 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 73,487 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 73,008 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 72,397 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 71,683 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 70,766 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 70,766 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 69,785 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 68,968 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 67,947 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 67,061 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 66,090 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 65,242 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 63,233 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 59,765 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 56,901 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 52,552 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 46,902 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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R348 CGU is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 101,856 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 R348 CGU, 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 29 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 R348 CGU?

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What year was R348 CGU registered?

R348 CGU is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 30 November 1997.

Is R348 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R348 CGU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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