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Toyota Carina

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,998 cc

P129 SPPMOT history

P129 SPP is a red petrol Toyota Carina first used on 18 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 88,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2026
Mileage
88,755 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P129 SPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Carina
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
18 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P129 SPP was last recorded at 88,755 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 1,464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,291 miles · 24 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,464 miles
Average per year
2,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,755 miles
  • 2024 – 87,291 miles
  • 2020 – 87,274 miles
  • 2019 – 86,214 miles
  • 2018 – 84,217 miles
  • 2017 – 82,299 miles
  • 2016 – 80,333 miles
  • 2015 – 76,372 miles
  • 2014 – 73,606 miles
  • 2013 – 70,144 miles
  • 2012 – 67,168 miles
  • 2011 – 63,664 miles
  • 2010 – 60,160 miles
  • 2009 – 56,480 miles
  • 2008 – 52,434 miles
  • 2007 – 48,206 miles
  • 2006 – 43,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,755 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak at gear box

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,755 miles (+1,464)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,755 miles
    Test number
    744079567559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak at gear box

  2. Pass87,291 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    87,291 miles
    Test number
    288886595139
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top section of the radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail87,289 miles (+15)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,289 miles
    Test number
    117247170439
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working unable to test wiper blades (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top section of the radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,274 miles (+1,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    87,274 miles
    Test number
    716791819214
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,214 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,214 miles
    Test number
    460332707914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail86,214 miles (+1,997)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,214 miles
    Test number
    479223384871
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,217 miles (+1,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,217 miles
    Test number
    714143673066
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass82,299 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,299 miles
    Test number
    267693482407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,265 miles (+1,932)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,265 miles
    Test number
    981846512828
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  10. Pass80,333 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,333 miles
    Test number
    384562339735
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail80,306 miles (+3,934)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,306 miles
    Test number
    222894164015
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass76,372 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,372 miles
    Test number
    236652745473
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Fail76,358 miles (+2,752)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,358 miles
    Test number
    718052245150
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass73,606 miles (+3,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,606 miles
    Test number
    358282344166
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass70,144 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,144 miles
    Test number
    155616433147
    • NoteSlight kerbing damage to nearside front tyre

  16. Fail70,144 miles (+2,976)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,144 miles
    Test number
    389186333130
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • NoteSlight kerbing damage to nearside front tyre

  17. Pass67,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    67,168 miles
    Test number
    218233942176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,168 miles (+3,504)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,168 miles
    Test number
    467883942168
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass63,664 miles (+3,504)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    63,664 miles
    Test number
    147154141167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass60,160 miles (+3,680)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,160 miles
    Test number
    453245940167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,480 miles (+4,046)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,480 miles
    Test number
    161448749101
    • NoteNearside rear tyre shows sign's of perishing on inner sidewall

  22. Pass52,434 miles (+4,228)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,434 miles
    Test number
    231421848186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,206 miles (+4,429)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,206 miles
    Test number
    351252147172
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePassenger side rear tyre showing sign's of cracking on inner sidewall

  24. Pass43,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,777 miles
    Test number
    690933346155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P129 SPP

Does P129 SPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P129 SPP expired on 24 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P129 SPP?
The MOT on P129 SPP expired on 24 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P129 SPP done?
P129 SPP was recorded at 88,755 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 2,377 miles a year.
Has P129 SPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P129 SPP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on P129 SPP 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 P129 SPP find?
P129 SPP passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all round, and 1 more.

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