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TIW 8240

1997 Toyota Carina

Red Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

299,207 mi
Last recorded299,207 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIW 8240
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 299,207 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 292,910 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 285,481 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 285,481 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 279,149 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 272,487 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 259,177 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 251,705 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 243,366 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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TIW 8240 is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Red with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TIW 8240, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TIW 8240?

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What year was TIW 8240 registered?

TIW 8240 is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is TIW 8240 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIW 8240 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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