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R885 MCA

1997 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

58,360 mi
Last recorded58,360 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 MCA
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 58,360 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2017 58,360 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 51,185 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 57,485 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 47,992 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 47,305 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 26 Mar 2014 47,305 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2013 46,425 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all tyres have started to perish and crack.

slight cut in the outer wall of the nearside rear tyre

slight damage to the o/s door mirror

Pass 15 Mar 2012 46,154 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 45,356 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 44,333 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 44,333 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 42,940 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 41,300 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 39,519 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 37,810 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 MCA is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MCA, 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 MCA registered?

R885 MCA is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R885 MCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R885 MCA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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