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R371 FCD

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,712 mi
Last recorded79,712 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR371 FCD
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 79,712 miles

both side rear sill pane corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2016 78,354 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 76,578 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 74,741 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 68,033 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 68,033 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 68,020 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 66,565 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 61,250 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 55,856 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 50,463 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 50,463 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 45,910 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 40,375 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 40,368 miles

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

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 37,069 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/S/F Headlamp washer jet insecure

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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R371 FCD is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R371 FCD, 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.

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What year was R371 FCD registered?

R371 FCD is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R371 FCD safe to buy?

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