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Toyota Corolla

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,587 cc

S89 BFGMOT history

S89 BFG is a red petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 6 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 77,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

S89 BFG red Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2024
Mileage
77,805 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S89 BFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S89 BFG was last recorded at 77,805 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 6,756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,049 miles · 20 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
6,756 miles
Average per year
2,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 77,805 miles
  • 2022 – 71,049 miles
  • 2021 – 65,203 miles
  • 2020 – 61,018 miles
  • 2019 – 58,848 miles
  • 2018 – 56,407 miles
  • 2017 – 54,213 miles
  • 2016 – 52,436 miles
  • 2015 – 49,374 miles
  • 2014 – 46,711 miles
  • 2013 – 44,469 miles
  • 2012 – 41,319 miles
  • 2011 – 39,793 miles
  • 2010 – 38,146 miles
  • 2009 – 36,440 miles
  • 2008 – 33,303 miles
  • 2007 – 29,858 miles
  • 2006 – 27,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,805 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component by reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Handbrake could do with adjusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2021

  • Considerable surface corrosion under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    77,805 miles
    Test number
    386205814625
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component by reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail77,791 miles (+6,742)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,791 miles
    Test number
    385107215589
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill rear end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component by reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass71,049 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    71,049 miles
    Test number
    449122388551
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill rear end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail71,046 miles (+5,843)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,046 miles
    Test number
    120938539631
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass65,203 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,203 miles
    Test number
    707714820503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake could do with adjusting
    • AdvisoryPower steering reservoir shows signs of leaking

  6. Fail65,202 miles (+4,184)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,202 miles
    Test number
    843618509167
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake could do with adjusting
    • AdvisoryPower steering reservoir shows signs of leaking

  7. Pass61,018 miles (+2,170)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,018 miles
    Test number
    302787167889
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySigns of fluid leaking from power steering reservoir
    • AdvisorySome corrosion under vehicle

  8. Pass58,848 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,848 miles
    Test number
    947889108084
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail58,846 miles (+2,439)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,846 miles
    Test number
    716849035142
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass56,407 miles (+2,194)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    56,407 miles
    Test number
    704833570768
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres considerably cracked & perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid shows signs of leaking

  11. Pass54,213 miles (+1,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,213 miles
    Test number
    115931425409
    • AdvisoryConsiderable surface corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryParking brake could be better

  12. Pass52,436 miles (+3,062)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    52,436 miles
    Test number
    615180007811
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryConsiderable surface corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  13. Pass49,374 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    49,374 miles
    Test number
    599577662835
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted - unable to test seat belt fully
    • AdvisoryHandbrake could do with adjusting

  14. Fail49,372 miles (+2,661)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,372 miles
    Test number
    880379520378
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted - unable to test seat belt fully
    • AdvisoryHandbrake could do with adjusting

  15. Pass46,711 miles (+2,242)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,711 miles
    Test number
    525796184207
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked & perished
    • NoteExhaust deteriorating

  16. Pass44,469 miles (+3,150)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,469 miles
    Test number
    337357163493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,319 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    41,319 miles
    Test number
    309532282491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,793 miles (+1,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,793 miles
    Test number
    857900571228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass38,146 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    38,146 miles
    Test number
    140879570221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,111 miles (+1,671)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,111 miles
    Test number
    532053470223
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  21. Pass36,440 miles (+3,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    36,440 miles
    Test number
    841588889212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  22. Pass33,303 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,303 miles
    Test number
    323665098466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,293 miles (+2,435)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    32,293 miles
    Test number
    502737638153
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres in poor condition 1756514

  24. Pass29,858 miles (+2,245)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,858 miles
    Test number
    292151237129
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perish

  25. Pass27,613 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,613 miles
    Test number
    774382436143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNsr tyre wall perished

Questions about S89 BFG

Does S89 BFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S89 BFG expired on 20 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S89 BFG?
The MOT on S89 BFG expired on 20 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S89 BFG done?
S89 BFG was recorded at 77,805 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 2,882 miles a year.
Has S89 BFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S89 BFG has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S89 BFG 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 S89 BFG find?
S89 BFG passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded; power steering component has slight seepage from a component by reservoir.

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