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J287 JBJ

1991 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

46,021 mi
Last recorded46,021 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Toyota Corolla85,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ287 JBJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 46,021 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 44,790 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 44,781 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 44,281 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 44,191 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 44,017 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 43,780 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 43,720 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 43,420 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 42,610 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 41,327 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 40,019 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 39,870 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 39,770 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 39,549 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 39,226 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 39,213 miles

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

advanced perishing in both rear tyres

binding in offside rear brake

Pass 11 Aug 2010 39,009 miles

slight binding in offside rear brake

Pass 4 Aug 2009 38,635 miles

slight binding in offside rear brake(further attention required)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 37,941 miles

rear brakes slightly out of balance offside poor

slight corrosion in both front brake discs

Pass 8 Aug 2007 37,482 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 36,634 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2005 36,131 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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J287 JBJ is a 1991 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 J287 JBJ, 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 J287 JBJ registered?

J287 JBJ is a 1991 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J287 JBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J287 JBJ shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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