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R562 NJW

1997 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

167,235 mi
Last recorded167,235 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR562 NJW
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 167,235 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear quarter; where mud flaps attach is corroded, structure is reduced however structure integrity not affected would advise customer to repair before further spread. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement small signs of wear/perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 167,231 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill corroded through on previous repair; requires attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear quarter; where mud flaps attach is corroded, structure is reduced however structure integrity not affected would advise customer to repair before further spread. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement small signs of wear/perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 162,045 miles

Coil spring worn All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear quarter where mud flaps attach is corroded, structure is reduced however structure integrity not affected would advise customer to repair before further spread. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler to tank ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Also see prescribed areas corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All showing small signs of wear perished/worn customer to monitor. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 161,995 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blowing and cat missing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner w/arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill backing corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner w/arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise both front tyres condition

advise underbody condition and rear subframe very scaby

Pass 5 Nov 2019 156,388 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 156,388 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 155,580 miles

Nearside Front indicator lens cracked

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 154,540 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 14 Nov 2017 154,532 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 10 May 2016 152,555 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 151,222 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 151,222 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 149,491 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 146,982 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 146,982 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 145,287 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 143,539 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 141,891 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 141,891 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 139,661 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 137,676 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 135,548 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 133,557 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 131,309 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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R562 NJW is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 R562 NJW, 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 R562 NJW registered?

R562 NJW is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R562 NJW safe to buy?

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