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B338 FPU

1985 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

124,854 mi
Last recorded124,854 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Toyota Corolla89,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB338 FPU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 124,854 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 124,784 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 121,336 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 61,001 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 121,138 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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B338 FPU is a 1985 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B338 FPU, 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

How do I check the history of B338 FPU?

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What year was B338 FPU registered?

B338 FPU is a 1985 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B338 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B338 FPU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B338 FPU have outstanding finance?

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