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R860 DMV

1997 Toyota Carina

Blue Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,564 mi
Last recorded112,564 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR860 DMV
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 112,564 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 103,725 miles

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

front discs and pads worn

Fail 14 Mar 2014 97,498 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 97,498 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 89,266 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 81,217 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 81,217 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 72,289 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 72,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 62,514 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 53,994 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 45,404 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 37,872 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R860 DMV is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Blue with a 1,762cc 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 R860 DMV, 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 R860 DMV registered?

R860 DMV is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 8 November 1997.

Is R860 DMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R860 DMV 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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