CarVerify

Free Car Check

R112 VES

1998 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1332cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,851 mi
Last recorded54,851 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Toyota Corolla83,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR112 VES
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 54,851 miles

Corrosion on underside of car, including all suspension components

Nearside Headlamp mount damaged (still secure)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2018 54,851 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion on underside of car, including all suspension components

Nearside Headlamp mount damaged (still secure)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 52,974 miles

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls and deep cracks on tread

o/s/r link bar slight movement

oil leak

Fail 27 Sep 2017 52,973 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls and deep cracks on tread

o/s/r link bar slight movement

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2016 52,237 miles

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 10 Oct 2015 51,384 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 51,383 miles

Braking system leaking both front to rear brake pipes (3.6.A.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 48,300 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 47,862 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 57,949 miles

exhaust corroding

Pass 13 Oct 2011 46,007 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 45,937 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 43,867 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 41,867 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 40,616 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 38,882 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 37,266 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 34,301 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
Full Toyota Corolla reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R112 VES is a 1998 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 83,004 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 R112 VES, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R112 VES?

You can check the full history of R112 VES by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R112 VES registered?

R112 VES is a 1998 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R112 VES safe to buy?

The MOT history for R112 VES shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R112 VES have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R112 VES. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.