MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
198,703 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear brake pipes to brake compesator corroded.
Rear brake pipes to brake compesator corroded.
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Toyota Carina?
Based on 357,148 MOT tests across 60,472 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R38 FNJ is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 R38 FNJ, 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 R38 FNJ?
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What year was R38 FNJ registered?
R38 FNJ is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 22 December 1997.
Is R38 FNJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R38 FNJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R38 FNJ have outstanding finance?
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