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Toyota Corolla

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

L4 TYCMOT history

L4 TYC is a blue petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 22 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 160,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2025.

L4 TYC blue Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2026
Mileage
160,057 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 TYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 TYC was last recorded at 160,057 miles on 9 Jan 2025, 5,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,476 miles · 15 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,581 miles
Average per year
7,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,057 miles
  • 2024 – 154,476 miles
  • 2023 – 147,074 miles
  • 2022 – 140,473 miles
  • 2021 – 131,641 miles
  • 2020 – 130,001 miles
  • 2019 – 124,654 miles
  • 2018 – 118,467 miles
  • 2017 – 109,988 miles
  • 2016 – 100,548 miles
  • 2015 – 87,700 miles
  • 2014 – 74,569 miles
  • 2013 – 62,488 miles
  • 2012 – 52,245 miles
  • 2011 – 43,214 miles
  • 2009 – 41,729 miles
  • 2008 – 34,401 miles
  • 2007 – 32,673 miles
  • 2006 – 20,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,057 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,057 miles (+5,581)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    160,057 miles
    Test number
    754622229661
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,476 miles (+7,402)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,476 miles
    Test number
    612998623725
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass147,074 miles (+6,601)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    147,074 miles
    Test number
    843954047200
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass140,473 miles (+8,832)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    140,473 miles
    Test number
    896578749159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass131,641 miles (+1,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    131,641 miles
    Test number
    995166273639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass130,001 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,001 miles
    Test number
    244676410868
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both misted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail130,001 miles (+5,347)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,001 miles
    Test number
    796666951331
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both misted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass124,654 miles (+6,187)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    124,654 miles
    Test number
    814414262747
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass118,467 miles (+8,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    118,467 miles
    Test number
    432876510648
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  10. Pass109,988 miles (+9,440)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,988 miles
    Test number
    131070739481
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both misty (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. excess travel (3.7.B.6b)

  11. Pass100,548 miles (+12,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    100,548 miles
    Test number
    183874534476
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake excess freeplay y (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass87,700 miles (+13,131)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,700 miles
    Test number
    787243015007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,569 miles (+12,081)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,569 miles
    Test number
    875396614092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,488 miles (+10,243)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    62,488 miles
    Test number
    125555913442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,245 miles (+9,031)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,245 miles
    Test number
    297747312060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,214 miles (+1,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,214 miles
    Test number
    455936501086
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass41,729 miles (+52)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,729 miles
    Test number
    354538269171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOdd wheel fitted to n/s/f

  18. Fail41,677 miles (+7,276)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,677 miles
    Test number
    391893669143
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass34,401 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,401 miles
    Test number
    172160688135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,673 miles (+11,814)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,673 miles
    Test number
    751783697159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,859 miles
    Test number
    573804766196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 TYC

Does L4 TYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 TYC expired on 16 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 TYC?
The MOT on L4 TYC expired on 16 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 TYC done?
L4 TYC was recorded at 160,057 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2025, an average of 7,493 miles a year.
Has L4 TYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 TYC has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on L4 TYC 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 L4 TYC find?
L4 TYC passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 1 more.

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