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R489 BNA

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

169,621 mi
Last recorded169,621 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR489 BNA
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 169,621 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 166,779 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 163,753 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer sill paint bubble due to corrosion

Pass 8 Nov 2022 159,310 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 156,865 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 151,986 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 145,481 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 142,757 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 139,958 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 May 2017 139,958 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Stop lamp not working both sides (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2016 136,257 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 130,744 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 130,342 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 127,596 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

rear shockers weak

Pass 11 Dec 2012 134,718 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 121,010 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 115,212 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 115,212 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2009 113,681 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 113,681 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 102,631 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 101,503 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 101,503 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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R489 BNA is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R489 BNA, 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 R489 BNA registered?

R489 BNA is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R489 BNA safe to buy?

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