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R739 YAV

1997 Toyota Carina

Red Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,508 mi
Last recorded33,508 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR739 YAV
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 33,508 miles

EML illuminated

slight deterioration to front/rear number plates

Fail 18 Dec 2013 33,508 miles

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

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

EML illuminated

slight deterioration to front/rear number plates

Pass 22 Oct 2012 33,416 miles

slight split in both wiper blades

Pass 11 Oct 2011 32,658 miles

fine cracks in rear tyres

slight deterioration to front number plate

slight split in o/s wiper blade

Pass 28 Oct 2010 31,542 miles

o/s rear lens repaired

slight split in o/s wiper blade

Pass 16 Oct 2009 30,545 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 29,355 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 28,944 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 28,944 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 27,683 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 25,932 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 25,932 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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R739 YAV is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R739 YAV, 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 R739 YAV registered?

R739 YAV is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is R739 YAV safe to buy?

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