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R793 TLS

1997 Toyota Carina

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

172,425 mi
Last recorded172,425 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR793 TLS
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 172,425 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/f indicator lens cracked

Fail 20 Jul 2015 172,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

o/s/f indicator lens cracked

Pass 7 Jul 2014 162,013 miles

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

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

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

unable to check rear seatbelts and seats due to customers belongings

Fail 7 Jul 2014 162,013 miles

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

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

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

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

unable to check rear seatbelts and seats due to customers belongings

Pass 15 Jul 2013 157,806 miles

n/s/f tyre outer edge worn

Pass 9 Jul 2012 151,891 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 141,482 miles

f/no plate marked

Pass 2 Aug 2010 133,074 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 124,870 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 115,364 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 108,109 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 97,208 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 97,208 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

o/s rear outer tyre side wall scuffed

one o/s washer jet not working

winscreen wiper motor operation noisey

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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R793 TLS is a 1997 Toyota Carina in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R793 TLS, 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 R793 TLS registered?

R793 TLS is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R793 TLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R793 TLS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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