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P490 RYP

1996 Carbodies Taxi

Red Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2008
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

311,293 mi
Last recorded311,293 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2007
Typical for 1996 Carbodies Taxi319,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP490 RYP
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2007 311,293 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 297,529 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 283,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 283,914 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 270,416 miles

How Reliable is the Carbodies Taxi?

Based on 451 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
1,677
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 26
fog lamp not working 25
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
Stop lamp not working 20
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P490 RYP is a 1996 Carbodies Taxi in Red with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Carbodies Taxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 319,683 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Carbodies Taxi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P490 RYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Carbodies Taxi typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Carbodies Taxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P490 RYP?

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What year was P490 RYP registered?

P490 RYP is a 1996 Carbodies Taxi, first registered on 10 December 1996.

Is P490 RYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P490 RYP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P490 RYP have outstanding finance?

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