Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid

1993 TOYOTA CARINA2.0L Petrol

L852 UPW

Considering this 1993 TOYOTA CARINA? It's a Petrol with a 1998cc engine showing 134,597 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 10/09/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1993
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle demonstrates an exceptionally stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by five consecutive clean MOT passes between September 2021 and September 2025. With no defects or advisories recorded during this four-year period, the mechanical condition appears to be well-maintained and free of recurring component failures. The current test, conducted on 11 September 2025 at 134,597 miles, confirms the car remains in a compliant state as of its most recent statutory inspection. The recorded mileage of 134,597 over thirty-three years equates to a modest annual average of approximately 4,079 miles. This low-usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to the heavy wear typical of high-mileage commuters. The consistency of the annual testing schedule indicates that the owner has adhered to a regular maintenance cycle, avoiding the long periods of inactivity that often lead to seized calipers, perished rubber components, or fuel system degradation. Despite the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis and subframes. Vehicles of this vintage are prone to structural corrosion, particularly in the sills, wheel arches, and floor pans, which may not always be captured in a basic visual test. You should also verify the condition of all rubber suspension bushes and brake hoses, as these components age based on time rather than distance covered. While the MOT history confirms basic roadworthiness, it does not guarantee the integrity of concealed structural areas or the life expectancy of older rubber seals and gaskets.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle demonstrates an exceptionally stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by five consecutive clean MOT passes between September 2021 and September 2025. With no defects or advisories recorded during this four-year period, the mechanical condition appears to be well-maintained and free of recurring component failures. The current test, conducted on 11 September 2025 at 134,597 miles, confirms the car remains in a compliant state as of its most recent statutory inspection. The recorded mileage of 134,597 over thirty-three years equates to a modest annual average of approximately 4,079 miles. This low-usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to the heavy wear typical of high-mileage commuters. The consistency of the annual testing schedule indicates that the owner has adhered to a regular maintenance cycle, avoiding the long periods of inactivity that often lead to seized calipers, perished rubber components, or fuel system degradation. Despite the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis and subframes. Vehicles of this vintage are prone to structural corrosion, particularly in the sills, wheel arches, and floor pans, which may not always be captured in a basic visual test. You should also verify the condition of all rubber suspension bushes and brake hoses, as these components age based on time rather than distance covered. While the MOT history confirms basic roadworthiness, it does not guarantee the integrity of concealed structural areas or the life expectancy of older rubber seals and gaskets.
MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Toyota Carina (L852 UPW) from 1993 show a total of 5 MOT tests between September 2021 and September 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Toyota has a 100% success rate (5 passes and 0 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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ADVISORY