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V397 MTG

2000 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,602 mi
Last recorded106,602 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2011
Typical for 2000 Toyota Corolla71,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV397 MTG
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2011 106,602 miles

Battery insecure

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

o/s and n/s/r shock absorbers damp

Pass 15 Dec 2011 106,602 miles

Battery insecure

o/s and n/s/r shock absorbers damp

Pass 9 Dec 2010 96,306 miles

front windscreen wiper blades deteriorated

n/s/r shock absorber has a misting of oil

Pass 2 Dec 2009 86,520 miles

both rear macpherson struts have movement at the upper attachment

front brake discs deteriorated

n/s/f tyre deteriorated

n/s/r tyre deteriorated

rear brakes noisey when applied

Fail 2 Dec 2009 86,520 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both rear macpherson struts have movement at the upper attachment

front brake discs deteriorated

n/s/f tyre deteriorated

n/s/r tyre deteriorated

rear brakes noisey when applied

Pass 27 Nov 2008 78,398 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/f and n/s/r tyres perishing

park brake noisey when applied

Pass 18 Dec 2007 71,911 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 27 Nov 2006 66,312 miles

front brake balance just within m.o.t. limits

rear number plate marked.

Pass 25 Nov 2005 55,551 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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V397 MTG is a 2000 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 71,946 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 V397 MTG, 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 26 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V397 MTG registered?

V397 MTG is a 2000 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V397 MTG safe to buy?

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