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R459 FSG

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,209 mi
Last recorded105,209 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR459 FSG
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 May 2017 105,209 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 May 2016 99,633 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 95,272 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 90,778 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 85,620 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 81,172 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 76,662 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 73,501 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 70,626 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 68,007 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 63,657 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 60,022 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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R459 FSG is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R459 FSG, 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 R459 FSG?

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What year was R459 FSG registered?

R459 FSG is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R459 FSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R459 FSG shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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