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P212 OLH

1997 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,113 mi
Last recorded64,113 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Toyota Corolla84,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP212 OLH
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 64,113 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 61,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 61,937 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 59,194 miles

NOTE.. Damage to n/side of vehicle

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 56,718 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 54,664 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 53,529 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 52,509 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 51,507 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 51,507 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 49,023 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 47,698 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 46,302 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 44,786 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 43,242 miles

!! both front tyres outer walls perishing !!

Pass 24 Sep 2009 41,256 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 38,671 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 35,987 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 35,987 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 33,360 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 31,016 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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P212 OLH is a 1997 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P212 OLH, 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

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What year was P212 OLH registered?

P212 OLH is a 1997 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P212 OLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P212 OLH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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