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Toyota Corolla

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

L18 SWSMOT history

L18 SWS is a grey petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 23 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 84,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

L18 SWS grey Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
84,155 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 SWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 SWS was last recorded at 84,155 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 1,106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,049 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,106 miles
Average per year
3,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,155 miles
  • 2024 – 83,049 miles
  • 2021 – 82,107 miles
  • 2019 – 81,471 miles
  • 2018 – 79,728 miles
  • 2017 – 76,868 miles
  • 2016 – 68,779 miles
  • 2015 – 64,900 miles
  • 2014 – 58,491 miles
  • 2013 – 52,560 miles
  • 2012 – 45,712 miles
  • 2011 – 37,111 miles
  • 2010 – 26,876 miles
  • 2009 – 19,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,155 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Both front tyres worn outer and close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,155 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    84,155 miles
    Test number
    672694589589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,049 miles (+942)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    83,049 miles
    Test number
    475131842005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,107 miles (+636)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    82,107 miles
    Test number
    107962819986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,471 miles (+1,743)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,471 miles
    Test number
    969880177096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,728 miles (+2,860)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,728 miles
    Test number
    761388392597
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass76,868 miles (+95)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,868 miles
    Test number
    349144358375
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn outer and close to limit

  7. Fail76,773 miles (+7,994)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,773 miles
    Test number
    757674890898
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn outer and close to limit

  8. Pass68,779 miles (+3,879)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,779 miles
    Test number
    291610089282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,900 miles (+6,409)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,900 miles
    Test number
    466339165014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass58,491 miles (+209)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,491 miles
    Test number
    105326974401
    • NoteSmall cut nearside front tyre sidewall .

  11. Fail58,282 miles (+5,722)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,282 miles
    Test number
    967402964032
    • DangerousOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSmall cut nearside front tyre sidewall .

  12. Pass52,560 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,560 miles
    Test number
    179270783053
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres low tread depth
    • NoteNearside and offside front strut top mounts have play
    • NoteSticker in windscreen behind mirror

  13. Fail52,560 miles (+6,848)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,560 miles
    Test number
    889310483037
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres low tread depth
    • NoteNearside and offside front strut top mounts have play
    • NoteSticker in windscreen behind mirror

  14. Pass45,712 miles (+8,601)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,712 miles
    Test number
    117879252444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass37,111 miles (+10,235)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,111 miles
    Test number
    899061271036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,876 miles (+6,931)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,876 miles
    Test number
    181167260491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,945 miles
    Test number
    401154569052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 SWS

Does L18 SWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 SWS expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 SWS?
The MOT on L18 SWS expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 SWS done?
L18 SWS was recorded at 84,155 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 3,878 miles a year.
Has L18 SWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 SWS has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on L18 SWS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L18 SWS find?
L18 SWS passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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