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R736 WWC

1997 Toyota Carina E

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

85,650 mi
Last recorded85,650 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina E101,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR736 WWC
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 85,650 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 85,645 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 84,357 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 81,681 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 78,016 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 74,510 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 74,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 70,359 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 66,499 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 61,837 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 61,837 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 57,081 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 57,081 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 51,980 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 47,633 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 41,987 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 37,266 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 31,761 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 31,761 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 26,536 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 21,731 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 17,542 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,539 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?

Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,669
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
35,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,455
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,582
position lamp(s) not working 10,373
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,043
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 8,776
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R736 WWC is a 1997 Toyota Carina E in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Carina E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 22,455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R736 WWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina E typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R736 WWC registered?

R736 WWC is a 1997 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R736 WWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R736 WWC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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