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P193 LKP

1997 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,390 mi
Last recorded98,390 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Corolla84,137 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP193 LKP
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 98,390 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 97,983 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 97,983 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 97,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 96,289 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 94,812 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 93,047 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 91,750 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 90,236 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 88,271 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 84,565 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 80,381 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 76,619 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 72,133 miles

n/s/r tyre perished sidewall

Pass 5 Mar 2013 69,206 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 66,861 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

wiper blades split on ends

Pass 2 Mar 2011 61,489 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 59,570 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 55,195 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2008 52,546 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 52,546 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 48,310 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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P193 LKP is a 1997 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P193 LKP, 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 P193 LKP?

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What year was P193 LKP registered?

P193 LKP is a 1997 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 March 1997.

Is P193 LKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P193 LKP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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