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X897 VFG

2000 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

110,648 mi
Last recorded110,648 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Toyota Corolla71,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX897 VFG
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 110,648 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 May 2015 108,184 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 106,192 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2013 103,537 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 13 May 2013 103,535 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2012 96,599 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 86,217 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 77,968 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 72,541 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 70,502 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 70,502 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 67,897 miles

windscreen abraded

Pass 3 Oct 2006 63,820 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 63,441 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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X897 VFG is a 2000 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X897 VFG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X897 VFG registered?

X897 VFG is a 2000 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 6 September 2000.

Is X897 VFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X897 VFG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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