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P173 CDV

1997 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,004 mi
Last recorded73,004 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Toyota Corolla84,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP173 CDV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 73,004 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 72,162 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 70,959 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 69,768 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 68,682 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 67,752 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 66,780 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 66,017 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 64,622 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 62,346 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 59,965 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 59,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 10 Jan 2012 57,620 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 57,620 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 55,124 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 55,114 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 8 Jan 2010 52,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 52,449 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 48,848 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 46,121 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 42,874 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2006 40,089 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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P173 CDV is a 1997 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P173 CDV, 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.

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What year was P173 CDV registered?

P173 CDV is a 1997 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 21 January 1997.

Is P173 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P173 CDV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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