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Toyota Corolla

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,587 cc

T197 RFGMOT history

T197 RFG is a blue petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 88,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2024
Mileage
88,766 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,152 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 RFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 RFG was last recorded at 88,766 miles on 2 Mar 2023, 4,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,201 miles · 28 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
4,565 miles
Average per year
3,152 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,766 miles
  • 2022 – 84,201 miles
  • 2021 – 82,508 miles
  • 2020 – 80,946 miles
  • 2019 – 78,145 miles
  • 2018 – 74,559 miles
  • 2017 – 72,051 miles
  • 2016 – 69,254 miles
  • 2015 – 66,495 miles
  • 2014 – 63,222 miles
  • 2013 – 58,883 miles
  • 2012 – 54,880 miles
  • 2011 – 48,519 miles
  • 2010 – 43,836 miles
  • 2009 – 42,155 miles
  • 2008 – 40,143 miles
  • 2007 – 37,817 miles
  • 2006 – 35,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,766 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,766 miles (+4,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    88,766 miles
    Test number
    251084754877
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,201 miles
    Test number
    932385336017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail84,201 miles (+1,693)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,201 miles
    Test number
    309685835717
    • 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))

  4. Pass82,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,508 miles
    Test number
    282587519476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail82,508 miles (+1,562)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,508 miles
    Test number
    568176373402
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass80,946 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,946 miles
    Test number
    734032660094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,145 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,145 miles
    Test number
    254588643124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail78,145 miles (+3,586)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,145 miles
    Test number
    973730349014
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass74,559 miles (+2,508)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,559 miles
    Test number
    433913224777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,051 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,051 miles
    Test number
    835682798381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    69,254 miles
    Test number
    334946200883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,253 miles (+2,758)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,253 miles
    Test number
    693635074272
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass66,495 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,495 miles
    Test number
    436462165069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail66,495 miles (+3,273)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,495 miles
    Test number
    635612765089
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass63,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,222 miles
    Test number
    855920454028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,221 miles (+4,338)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,221 miles
    Test number
    429390454082
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass58,883 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,883 miles
    Test number
    719604863091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,879 miles (+3,999)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,879 miles
    Test number
    269523363023
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass54,880 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,880 miles
    Test number
    899441162013
    • NoteFront tyres low
    • NoteRear tyres perishing

  20. Fail54,880 miles (+6,361)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,880 miles
    Test number
    766121362011
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteFront tyres low
    • NoteRear tyres perishing

  21. Pass48,519 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,519 miles
    Test number
    826076961049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,460 miles (+4,624)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,460 miles
    Test number
    605220761050
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

  23. Pass43,836 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,836 miles
    Test number
    540074060071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,155 miles (+2,012)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,155 miles
    Test number
    202136909136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,143 miles (+2,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,143 miles
    Test number
    240398208457
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking slightly on side walls

  26. Pass37,817 miles (+2,272)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,817 miles
    Test number
    240199207123
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged

  27. Pass35,545 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,545 miles
    Test number
    682013306182
    • NoteRear number plate tarnished

  28. Fail35,545 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,545 miles
    Test number
    693083306129
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear number plate tarnished

Questions about T197 RFG

Does T197 RFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 RFG expired on 7 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 RFG?
The MOT on T197 RFG expired on 7 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 RFG done?
T197 RFG was recorded at 88,766 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2023, an average of 3,152 miles a year.
Has T197 RFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 RFG has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T197 RFG 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 T197 RFG find?
T197 RFG passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both.

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