Fso Cars Caro Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Fso Cars Caro car check
Is the Fso Cars Caro reliable? We analysed 606 real MOT tests across 144 vehicles to find out.
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The Fso Cars Caro is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and brake binding. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fso Cars Caro.
Fso Cars Caro — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Fso Cars Caro — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1905cc
- Power
- 67 BHP
- Power (kW)
- 50 kW
- Fuel type
- Diesel
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Blue
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- 1
Fso Cars Caro Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fso Cars Caro. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fso Cars Caro MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fso Cars Caro to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fso Cars Caro Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fso Cars Caro fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fso Cars Caro Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fso Cars Caro owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fso Cars Caro MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fso Cars Caro year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 56 | 67.9% | 31,232 | 47,853 | 71,085 |
| 1996 | 220 | 66.8% | 33,536 | 48,873 | 67,692 |
| 1995 | 218 | 67.9% | 29,137 | 45,395 | 58,941 |
| 1994 | 108 | 61.1% | 33,830 | 54,056 | 71,068 |
How Long Does a Fso Cars Caro Last?
Based on 144 Fso Cars Caro vehicles on UK roads.
Fso Cars Caro Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fso Cars Caro MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Fso Cars Caro
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.9% MOT pass rate from 218 tests
61.1% MOT pass rate from 108 tests
The best year to buy a used Fso Cars Caro is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.9% across 218 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fso Cars Caro Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fso Cars Caro THIS CAR | 66.5% | 606 | 48,913 mi | 32 yrs |
| Nissan Primera SE | 76.5% | 187 | 107,974 mi | — yrs |
| Toyota Corolla Tspirit VVTI | 71.2% | 431 | 113,079 mi | — yrs |
| Morgan Plus 6 Auto | 89.7% | 418 | 5,499 mi | — yrs |
| Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE Auto | 91.1% | 470 | 34,084 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Primera SE (76.5% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla Tspirit VVTI (71.2% pass rate), the Fso Cars Caro trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fso Cars CaroShould you buy a used Fso Cars Caro?
The Fso Cars Caro has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.5% across 606 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Fso Cars Caro are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (48 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (37), and brake binding (31). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Fso Cars Caro owner drives around 1,560 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Fso Cars Caro models stay on UK roads for around 32 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.