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VJI 8090

1997 Toyota Carina

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2012
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

139,881 mi
Last recorded139,881 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Toyota Carina101,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJI 8090
MakeToyota
ModelCarina
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2012 139,881 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

offside wing mirror cracked

Pass 13 Sep 2011 124,232 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 108,169 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 91,985 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 78,193 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 78,143 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 77,250 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 75,449 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 71,792 miles

Nearside Front Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2005 61,829 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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VJI 8090 is a 1997 Toyota Carina in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VJI 8090, 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

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What year was VJI 8090 registered?

VJI 8090 is a 1997 Toyota Carina, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is VJI 8090 safe to buy?

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