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J521 HFW

1991 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests24 (13 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate54.2%

Mileage

73,003 mi
Last recorded73,003 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1991 Toyota Corolla85,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ521 HFW
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 11 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 73,003 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 73,003 miles

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 72,934 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 70,576 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fuel pipe slightly damaged pipes from tank corrosion (7.2.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 70,546 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load bolt in stalk loose (5.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load bolt in stalk loose (5.2.4a)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill inner & outer corrosion (2.4.A.3)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fuel pipe slightly damaged pipes from tank corrosion (7.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 68,369 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 68,369 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 65,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 65,989 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 61,212 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 61,175 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 58,752 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2012 58,737 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 54,919 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 54,919 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 49,188 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 49,188 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 44,877 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 39,804 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 9 Jul 2008 39,804 miles

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 34,995 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 34,995 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 29,708 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 29,708 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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J521 HFW is a 1991 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.

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 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 J521 HFW, 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.

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What year was J521 HFW registered?

J521 HFW is a 1991 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J521 HFW safe to buy?

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