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K429 KWU

1997 Toyota Corolla

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,234 mi
Last recorded137,234 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Corolla84,137 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK429 KWU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2011 137,234 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 137,234 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 137,234 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 137,234 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 137,234 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 127,234 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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K429 KWU is a 1997 Toyota Corolla in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 84,137 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 K429 KWU, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Corolla is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K429 KWU?

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What year was K429 KWU registered?

K429 KWU is a 1997 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is K429 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K429 KWU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K429 KWU have outstanding finance?

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