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Toyota Corolla

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,332 cc

S68 RCJMOT history

S68 RCJ is a blue petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 101,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2022.

S68 RCJ blue Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
101,493 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 RCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S68 RCJ was last recorded at 101,493 miles on 20 Jan 2022, 2,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,489 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,004 miles
Average per year
4,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,493 miles
  • 2021 – 99,489 miles
  • 2019 – 96,662 miles
  • 2018 – 90,995 miles
  • 2017 – 86,912 miles
  • 2016 – 82,303 miles
  • 2015 – 80,042 miles
  • 2014 – 78,177 miles
  • 2013 – 75,834 miles
  • 2012 – 67,681 miles
  • 2011 – 56,286 miles
  • 2010 – 51,854 miles
  • 2009 – 49,466 miles
  • 2008 – 44,764 miles
  • 2007 – 40,230 miles
  • 2006 – 36,002 miles
  • 2005 – 32,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,493 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper insecure/sharp edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear tyre cut / split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear shock absorber worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear unable to check rear seat belts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,493 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,493 miles
    Test number
    661549687693
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper insecure/sharp edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail101,493 miles (+2,004)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,493 miles
    Test number
    541457801669
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper insecure/sharp edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass99,489 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    949098336818
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper insecure/sharp edge
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar corroded
  4. Fail99,489 miles (+2,827)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    762954472705
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper insecure/sharp edge
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar corroded
  5. Pass96,662 miles (+5,667)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,662 miles
    Test number
    314073066932
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear to edges of tyre - replacement required soon. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear to edges of tyre - replacement required soon. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear suspension components.
  6. Pass90,995 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    90,995 miles
    Test number
    239157835542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cut / split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber worn
    • AdvisoryRear unable to check rear seat belts
  7. Fail90,995 miles (+4,083)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,995 miles
    Test number
    197445491200
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cut / split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box insecure
    • AdvisoryRear unable to check rear seat belts
  8. Pass86,912 miles (+4,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,912 miles
    Test number
    529349057383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  9. Pass82,303 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,303 miles
    Test number
    346543391057
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  10. Fail82,303 miles (+2,261)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,303 miles
    Test number
    280760552289
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
  11. Pass80,042 miles (+1,865)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,042 miles
    Test number
    378919395147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass78,177 miles (+2,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    78,177 miles
    Test number
    705625394119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass75,834 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,834 miles
    Test number
    255350293486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail75,833 miles (+8,152)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    276120693158
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass67,681 miles (+11,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,681 miles
    Test number
    107286092146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Pass56,286 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,286 miles
    Test number
    215126471425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,854 miles (+2,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,854 miles
    Test number
    180460500219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass49,466 miles (+4,702)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    49,466 miles
    Test number
    564348499109
    • NoteNearside CV gaiter has slight seepage of grease from inner clip
  19. Pass44,764 miles (+4,534)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,764 miles
    Test number
    921863208216
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront number plate poor
    • NoteWasher fluid needs changing
  20. Pass40,230 miles (+4,228)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,230 miles
    Test number
    503158197122
    • NoteSlight seepage of grease from nearside front constant velocity joint gaiter
  21. Pass36,002 miles (+3,320)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,002 miles
    Test number
    701813096199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    32,682 miles
    Test number
    703886205285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S68 RCJ

Does S68 RCJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S68 RCJ expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S68 RCJ?
The MOT on S68 RCJ expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S68 RCJ done?
S68 RCJ was recorded at 101,493 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2022, an average of 4,173 miles a year.
Has S68 RCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 RCJ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S68 RCJ 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 S68 RCJ find?
S68 RCJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front bumper insecure/sharp edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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