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L55 YNP

1998 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

53,643 mi
Last recorded53,643 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Corolla83,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL55 YNP
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 53,643 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 52,170 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 2 Apr 2024 50,004 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 48,419 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 48,413 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 47,636 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 46,666 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 45,941 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 45,215 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 44,502 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 43,683 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 42,996 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 41,926 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 40,449 miles

exhaust system in poor condition

o/s rear tyre cracking

Pass 26 Feb 2013 38,837 miles

exhaust in poor condition corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2012 37,403 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 35,731 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 34,393 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 32,644 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 30,828 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 29,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 29,318 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 27,994 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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L55 YNP is a 1998 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 83,004 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 L55 YNP, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L55 YNP registered?

L55 YNP is a 1998 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is L55 YNP safe to buy?

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