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Toyota Corolla

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,332 cc

P581 NRLMOT history

P581 NRL is a red petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 16 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 93,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2023.

P581 NRL red Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2023
Mileage
93,615 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P581 NRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
16 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

P581 NRL was last recorded at 93,615 miles on 4 Aug 2023, 3,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,585 miles · 29 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3,030 miles
Average per year
2,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,615 miles
  • 2022 – 90,585 miles
  • 2021 – 87,735 miles
  • 2020 – 85,101 miles
  • 2019 – 83,571 miles
  • 2018 – 80,517 miles
  • 2017 – 77,402 miles
  • 2016 – 74,006 miles
  • 2015 – 69,464 miles
  • 2014 – 66,154 miles
  • 2013 – 62,238 miles
  • 2012 – 58,081 miles
  • 2011 – 54,333 miles
  • 2010 – 51,324 miles
  • 2009 – 48,615 miles
  • 2008 – 46,578 miles
  • 2007 – 45,554 miles
  • 2006 – 43,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,615 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,615 miles (+3,030)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,615 miles
    Test number
    659792948001
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

  2. Pass90,585 miles (+2,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,585 miles
    Test number
    827851109425
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass87,735 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,735 miles
    Test number
    782104714637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail87,733 miles (+2,632)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,733 miles
    Test number
    159304634157
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass85,101 miles (+1,530)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,101 miles
    Test number
    446868501914
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass83,571 miles (+3,054)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,571 miles
    Test number
    776337814495
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,517 miles
    Test number
    782251077667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,517 miles (+3,115)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,517 miles
    Test number
    320299699494
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass77,402 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,402 miles
    Test number
    554985370109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,401 miles (+3,395)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,401 miles
    Test number
    814293485590
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (7.1.2)

  11. Pass74,006 miles (+4,542)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,006 miles
    Test number
    860650699113
    • AdvisoryCentre Front headlamp aim borderline
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner wall cut
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded pipe

  12. Pass69,464 miles (+3,310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,464 miles
    Test number
    844986113206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Off side front tyre worn inner side
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box will need attention

  13. Pass66,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,154 miles
    Test number
    355616114459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,154 miles (+3,916)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,154 miles
    Test number
    859766714287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Fail62,238 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,238 miles
    Test number
    376805823282
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass62,238 miles (+4,157)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,238 miles
    Test number
    817725623256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,081 miles
    Test number
    309183322498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,081 miles (+3,748)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,081 miles
    Test number
    946143022263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

  19. Pass54,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    325754911243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,333 miles (+3,009)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    816453911244
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass51,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,324 miles
    Test number
    402830430206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,324 miles (+2,709)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,324 miles
    Test number
    664210530296
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

  23. Pass48,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,615 miles
    Test number
    782189709210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,615 miles (+2,037)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,615 miles
    Test number
    300498909239
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass46,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,578 miles
    Test number
    631091238247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,578 miles (+1,024)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,578 miles
    Test number
    714351438244
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  27. Pass45,554 miles (+1,750)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,554 miles
    Test number
    164810927279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,804 miles
    Test number
    670601126212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P581 NRL

Does P581 NRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P581 NRL expired on 19 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P581 NRL?
The MOT on P581 NRL expired on 19 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P581 NRL done?
P581 NRL was recorded at 93,615 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2023, an average of 2,933 miles a year.
Has P581 NRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P581 NRL has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on P581 NRL 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 P581 NRL find?
P581 NRL failed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2023 with 3 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside front seat belt retracting mechanism defective.

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