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R813 DEU

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

123,613 mi
Last recorded123,613 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR813 DEU
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2021 123,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 123,613 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 114,361 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Nov 2019 107,347 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 107,347 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 99,560 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 99,551 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door trim protruding, (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 99,524 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn stabilizer pushes (D) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Stabilizer pushes (D) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front grill damaged

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 86,637 miles

front brake pads look low

front grill loose

front grill loose

Fail 28 Oct 2017 86,543 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake pads look low

front grill loose

front grill loose

Pass 17 Oct 2016 78,650 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 75,083 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 69,999 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

advise both rear tyres cracking on side wall.

advise offside rear lamp unit damaged making.

Fail 4 Nov 2014 96,932 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise both rear tyres cracking on side wall.

advise offside rear lamp unit damaged making.

Pass 30 Jul 2013 64,960 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 62,484 miles

osr lamp unit loose and poor fit

Pass 28 Jul 2011 58,084 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear lamp slightly sticking out

wheel trims fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2010 53,275 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 48,753 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 44,694 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 43,669 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 41,855 miles

exhaust corroded.

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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R813 DEU is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R813 DEU, 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.

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What year was R813 DEU registered?

R813 DEU is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R813 DEU safe to buy?

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