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R885 DVT

1997 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,651 mi
Last recorded105,651 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 DVT
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 105,651 miles

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

all four tyres have cracks in tread area

Fail 23 May 2016 105,498 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

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

all four tyres have cracks in tread area

Fail 9 Jun 2015 99,245 miles

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

Nearside 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)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 99,245 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)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 92,087 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 92,087 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 88,449 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2013 88,393 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 82,991 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 77,750 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 72,141 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 66,945 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 61,965 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 56,882 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 51,539 miles

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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R885 DVT is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R885 DVT, 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 R885 DVT registered?

R885 DVT is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R885 DVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R885 DVT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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