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VLA 71F

1990 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,501 mi
Last recorded91,501 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Toyota Corolla91,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLA 71F
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2025 91,501 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 90,981 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 90,734 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 90,563 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 90,062 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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VLA 71F is a 1990 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 91,164 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 VLA 71F, 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 36 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 VLA 71F?

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What year was VLA 71F registered?

VLA 71F is a 1990 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 February 1990.

Is VLA 71F safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLA 71F shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLA 71F have outstanding finance?

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