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H409 CGW

1991 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

68,392 mi
Last recorded68,392 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Toyota Corolla85,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH409 CGW
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 68,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

underbody corroded including suspension and brakes in prescribed areas

Pass 13 Feb 2025 68,392 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 68,391 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 68,391 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 68,391 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 68,390 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 68,388 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 68,385 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 68,380 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 68,345 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 68,339 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 68,062 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both cv gaiters perishing

Pass 3 Sep 2013 68,062 miles

both cv gaiters perishing

Pass 20 Sep 2011 66,120 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2011 66,120 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 62,781 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 60,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 56,610 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 56,566 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

CENTRE EXHAUST PIPE LEAKING FROM SMALL CORROSION HOLES

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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H409 CGW is a 1991 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1991 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 85,507 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 H409 CGW, 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 35 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 H409 CGW registered?

H409 CGW is a 1991 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 June 1991.

Is H409 CGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H409 CGW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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