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R503 RBM

1997 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,183 mi
Last recorded126,183 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR503 RBM
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 126,183 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR AND REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

REAR TYRES PERISHED

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

Fail 4 Apr 2018 126,183 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR AND REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

REAR TYRES PERISHED

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 125,421 miles

Engine oil leaks

Fail 22 Mar 2017 125,416 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine oil leaks

Pass 16 Mar 2016 124,467 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 122,483 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 122,465 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 119,855 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 117,740 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 114,741 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 111,776 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 108,233 miles

front reg plate slightly deterioated

Pass 10 Mar 2009 105,465 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 102,920 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 99,119 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 94,585 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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R503 RBM is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R503 RBM, 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 R503 RBM registered?

R503 RBM is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R503 RBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R503 RBM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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