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R956 JCK

1997 Toyota Carina

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,022 mi
Last recorded60,022 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR956 JCK
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2014 60,022 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 51,643 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 49,177 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 46,417 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 46,417 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 44,233 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 41,578 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 38,547 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 38,547 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 36,100 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 34,330 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 32,764 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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R956 JCK is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R956 JCK, 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 R956 JCK registered?

R956 JCK is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R956 JCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R956 JCK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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