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K426 KWU

1997 Toyota Corona

White Petrol 1770cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,799 mi
Last recorded191,799 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Toyota Corona102,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK426 KWU
MakeToyota
ModelCorona
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,770cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2007 191,799 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 191,799 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2006 188,015 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Corona?

Based on 721 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,888
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 41
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
fog lamp not working 21
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
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K426 KWU is a 1997 Toyota Corona in White with a 1,770cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Corona models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 102,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Corona fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K426 KWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Corona typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Corona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K426 KWU registered?

K426 KWU is a 1997 Toyota Corona, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is K426 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K426 KWU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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