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FMG 512V

1980 Toyota Corolla

Bronze Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,100 mi
Last recorded98,100 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 1980 Toyota Corolla59,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMG 512V
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1980
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 98,100 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 97,770 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 97,401 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 96,908 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 96,531 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 96,244 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 95,793 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 95,065 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 94,308 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 93,645 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 92,953 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Feb 2011 92,937 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 92,486 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 91,942 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 91,197 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 90,150 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 88,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 88,830 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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FMG 512V is a 1980 Toyota Corolla in Bronze with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 59,747 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 FMG 512V, 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 46 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 FMG 512V registered?

FMG 512V is a 1980 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is FMG 512V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMG 512V shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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