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AKZ 7917

1998 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,056 mi
Last recorded136,056 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Corolla83,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 7917
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 136,056 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 135,497 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE RUSTY

Pass 8 Mar 2024 134,835 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 133,731 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 132,211 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 131,072 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 130,006 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 127,562 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on walls and in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 127,562 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on walls and in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 124,518 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 121,372 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Mar 2016 117,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 113,725 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 109,405 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 104,652 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 100,179 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 95,606 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 91,392 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 91,392 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 86,548 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 86,548 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 82,166 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 77,084 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 70,881 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Corolla?

Based on 4,239,724 MOT tests across 329,089 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,528
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
329,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 151,978
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 93,312
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,778
position lamp(s) not working 57,990
Brake pipe excessively corroded 51,013
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AKZ 7917 is a 1998 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 83,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Corolla fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 151,978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AKZ 7917, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Corolla typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AKZ 7917 registered?

AKZ 7917 is a 1998 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is AKZ 7917 safe to buy?

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