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Toyota Carina E

Beige · Petrol · 1992 · 1,587 cc

K81 SFHMOT history

K81 SFH is a beige petrol Toyota Carina E first used on 10 Sept 1992. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
123,950 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K81 SFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Carina E
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
10 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K81 SFH was last recorded at 123,950 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,093 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
857 miles
Average per year
2,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,950 miles
  • 2025 – 123,093 miles
  • 2024 – 121,795 miles
  • 2023 – 120,827 miles
  • 2022 – 119,896 miles
  • 2021 – 118,547 miles
  • 2020 – 118,075 miles
  • 2019 – 117,342 miles
  • 2018 – 114,836 miles
  • 2017 – 111,947 miles
  • 2016 – 109,674 miles
  • 2015 – 107,297 miles
  • 2014 – 104,283 miles
  • 2013 – 101,287 miles
  • 2012 – 98,350 miles
  • 2011 – 95,383 miles
  • 2010 – 92,614 miles
  • 2009 – 88,569 miles
  • 2008 – 85,367 miles
  • 2007 – 82,156 miles
  • 2006 – 77,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,950 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by tank (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryLagging offside rear brake

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively x 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,950 miles (+857)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    123,950 miles
    Test number
    441070092403
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLagging offside rear brake

  2. Pass123,093 miles (+1,298)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,093 miles
    Test number
    559531437400
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisorySlight lagging nearside rear brake

  3. Pass121,795 miles (+968)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    121,795 miles
    Test number
    902804542668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEnd section all brake pipes greased
    • AdvisorySlight lagging offside rear brake

  4. Pass120,827 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    120,827 miles
    Test number
    935962585273
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail120,824 miles (+928)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,824 miles
    Test number
    702107050392
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass119,896 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,896 miles
    Test number
    455490560165
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight bind on nearside rear wheel

  7. Fail119,893 miles (+1,346)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,893 miles
    Test number
    654517276182
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight bind on nearside rear wheel

  8. Pass118,547 miles (+31)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,547 miles
    Test number
    871910620462
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak around engine
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail118,516 miles (+441)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,516 miles
    Test number
    823637494394
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDamp around PAS rack
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around the sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass118,075 miles (+733)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,075 miles
    Test number
    455443348569
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip In Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Brake Pipes Middle - Rear Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Nearside and Offside Rear Brake Pipes Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ Middle Section. Exhaust System Is Generally Corroded/Deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside And Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Filler Neck Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush, Cracking/Perishing And Slightly Coming Away From Its Housing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly Cracking/Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush. Cracking/Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @1.6mm *ON LEGAL LIMIT, STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACING* (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly Cracking/Perishing. Nail In Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Cracking/Perishing (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Sump Heavily Corroded/Deteriorated And Has Become Porous (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass117,342 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,342 miles
    Test number
    960195997548
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both discs (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail117,342 miles (+2,506)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,342 miles
    Test number
    480795670327
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both discs (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass114,836 miles (+2,889)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    114,836 miles
    Test number
    590019302713
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass111,947 miles (+2,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,947 miles
    Test number
    821913402051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass109,674 miles (+2,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    109,674 miles
    Test number
    629264480902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate

  16. Pass107,297 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    107,297 miles
    Test number
    940032093165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate

  17. Fail107,297 miles (+1,070)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,297 miles
    Test number
    881753188917
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate

  18. Fail106,227 miles (+1,944)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,227 miles
    Test number
    658107045187
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass104,283 miles (+2,996)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,283 miles
    Test number
    147092374247
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront number damaged
    • NoteOffside wiper ends split

  20. Pass101,287 miles (+2,937)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    101,287 miles
    Test number
    617964073221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass98,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    98,350 miles
    Test number
    965271072209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,343 miles (+2,960)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    995571272245
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  23. Pass95,383 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    95,383 miles
    Test number
    529838051287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass92,614 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    92,614 miles
    Test number
    481616060280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,608 miles (+4,039)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,608 miles
    Test number
    304145860456
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  26. Pass88,569 miles (+3,202)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    88,569 miles
    Test number
    153571359269
    • NoteFront inner brake discs corroding
    • NoteO/s/r shocker damp

  27. Pass85,367 miles (+3,211)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    85,367 miles
    Test number
    303256968231
    • NoteFront inner brake discs corroding
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to limits

  28. Pass82,156 miles (+4,577)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    82,156 miles
    Test number
    440688947200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass77,579 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    77,579 miles
    Test number
    993805956228
    • NoteN/s rear tyre on limits

Questions about K81 SFH

Does K81 SFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K81 SFH is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K81 SFH?
The MOT on K81 SFH is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K81 SFH done?
K81 SFH was recorded at 123,950 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 2,313 miles a year.
Has K81 SFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K81 SFH has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on K81 SFH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K81 SFH find?
K81 SFH passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section both front to rear brake pipes; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by tank, and 1 more.

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