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R62 KAD

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,958 mi
Last recorded57,958 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 KAD
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2018 57,958 miles

Oil leak ()

power steering resivour damp oily residue

shock-ab-sorbers bit soft

Pass 20 Mar 2017 53,943 miles

adjust internal headlight aim switch

engine has a oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2016 49,876 miles

childs seat is fitted

engine has a oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2015 45,622 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre perished - outer sidewall

wiperblades worn

Fail 25 Mar 2015 45,622 miles

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

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

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

offside rear tyre perished - outer sidewall

wiperblades worn

Pass 11 Jul 2014 42,220 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2014 42,220 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 37,577 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 35,588 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 35,588 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 34,795 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 33,812 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 32,353 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 31,199 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 29,792 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 27,023 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 27,011 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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R62 KAD is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R62 KAD, 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 R62 KAD?

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What year was R62 KAD registered?

R62 KAD is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R62 KAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 KAD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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