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P968 VHB

1996 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,529 mi
Last recorded71,529 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Toyota Corolla86,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP968 VHB
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 71,529 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 55,368 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 48,521 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 48,521 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 47,026 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 45,812 miles

Oil leak

condensation in n/side front head light

front brake discs corroding

front brake pads getting low

high hand brake travel

n/side front tyre getting near limit 3mm

rear wiper blade split

Pass 21 Oct 2011 45,241 miles

fuel tank starting to deteriate around seams

Fail 21 Oct 2011 45,241 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

fuel tank starting to deteriate around seams

Pass 18 Oct 2010 44,279 miles

front discs slightly pitted

Pass 19 Oct 2009 43,529 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 41,654 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 40,106 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 40,106 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 38,707 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 37,017 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2005 37,017 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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P968 VHB is a 1996 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 86,211 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 P968 VHB, 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 30 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 P968 VHB registered?

P968 VHB is a 1996 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 October 1996.

Is P968 VHB safe to buy?

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