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R472 FNJ

1997 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,714 mi
Last recorded115,714 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR472 FNJ
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2017 115,714 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 111,405 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 10,624 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 102,062 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 97,375 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 90,896 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 85,691 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 78,484 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 73,214 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 67,633 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 62,625 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 56,016 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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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R472 FNJ is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,762cc petrol 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 R472 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 R472 FNJ?

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What year was R472 FNJ registered?

R472 FNJ is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R472 FNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R472 FNJ 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.

Does R472 FNJ have outstanding finance?

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