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R65 VLU

1997 Toyota Carina

Green Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,445 mi
Last recorded139,445 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR65 VLU
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 139,445 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 139,396 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 139,368 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 139,156 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 139,135 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 139,135 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 136,940 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 136,940 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 134,814 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 132,507 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 132,507 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 130,408 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 128,632 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 127,785 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 127,128 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 126,678 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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R65 VLU is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Green with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R65 VLU, 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

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What year was R65 VLU registered?

R65 VLU is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R65 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R65 VLU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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