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P153 XNJ

1997 Toyota Corolla

White Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

140,454 mi
Last recorded140,454 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Toyota Corolla84,137 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP153 XNJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2012 140,454 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 132,772 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 126,531 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 126,531 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2009 122,202 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 116,442 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 116,442 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 107,017 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 94,289 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2005 78,805 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 78,805 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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P153 XNJ is a 1997 Toyota Corolla in White with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P153 XNJ, 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 P153 XNJ?

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What year was P153 XNJ registered?

P153 XNJ is a 1997 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P153 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P153 XNJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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