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R458 DFG

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,860 mi
Last recorded138,860 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR458 DFG
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 138,860 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre tread low outer edges and cracked

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low inner egde and also outer sidewall cracked (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre tread low outer edges and cracked

Fail 25 May 2017 138,852 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Nearside Rear tyre tread low outer edges and cracked

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low inner egde and also outer sidewall cracked (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre tread low outer edges and cracked

Pass 31 May 2016 137,294 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 133,715 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 126,610 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jan 2014 126,597 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 121,090 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 114,020 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 107,572 miles

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

headlamp image poor n/s

Pass 11 Jul 2009 99,190 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 89,701 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 84,848 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 79,672 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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R458 DFG is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R458 DFG, 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 R458 DFG registered?

R458 DFG is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R458 DFG safe to buy?

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