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R53 FNJ

1997 Toyota Carina

Maroon Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,048 mi
Last recorded48,048 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR53 FNJ
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jul 2017 48,048 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 47,932 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 47,229 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 46,203 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 45,046 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 45,046 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 43,346 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 42,044 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 40,586 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 39,375 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 37,744 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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R53 FNJ is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Maroon with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R53 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.

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What year was R53 FNJ registered?

R53 FNJ is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R53 FNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R53 FNJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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