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B229 DHG

1985 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,645 mi
Last recorded116,645 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 1985 Toyota Corolla89,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB229 DHG
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2022 116,645 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 116,483 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 116,051 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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B229 DHG is a 1985 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 89,098 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 B229 DHG, 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 41 years old, this Toyota Corolla is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B229 DHG registered?

B229 DHG is a 1985 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B229 DHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B229 DHG shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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