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Toyota Corolla

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,587 cc

T389 ABYMOT history

T389 ABY is a black petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 139,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
139,095 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T389 ABY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T389 ABY was last recorded at 139,095 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,090 miles · 29 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,095 miles
  • 2025 – 139,090 miles
  • 2024 – 139,069 miles
  • 2023 – 137,020 miles
  • 2022 – 134,516 miles
  • 2021 – 131,792 miles
  • 2020 – 129,974 miles
  • 2019 – 126,551 miles
  • 2018 – 120,118 miles
  • 2017 – 114,281 miles
  • 2016 – 110,135 miles
  • 2015 – 106,832 miles
  • 2014 – 103,546 miles
  • 2013 – 98,931 miles
  • 2012 – 94,879 miles
  • 2011 – 90,492 miles
  • 2010 – 84,976 miles
  • 2009 – 79,713 miles
  • 2008 – 75,100 miles
  • 2007 – 69,306 miles
  • 2006 – 62,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,095 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,095 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    139,095 miles
    Test number
    168632090489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass139,090 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    139,090 miles
    Test number
    808837217729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,084 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    139,084 miles
    Test number
    233327664794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail139,069 miles (+2,049)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,069 miles
    Test number
    378290478921
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass137,020 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    137,020 miles
    Test number
    311837934829
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension components corroded

  6. Fail137,017 miles (+2,501)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,017 miles
    Test number
    157534054259
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sills and underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corroded

  7. Pass134,516 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    134,516 miles
    Test number
    673922135170
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  8. Fail134,504 miles (+2,712)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,504 miles
    Test number
    698958104163
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  9. Pass131,792 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    131,792 miles
    Test number
    202683703632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass129,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    129,974 miles
    Test number
    715341303821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail129,974 miles (+3,423)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,974 miles
    Test number
    213782316889
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass126,551 miles (+6,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,551 miles
    Test number
    726913127910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 2mm 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Wishbone Track Control Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 3mm 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass120,118 miles (+5,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,118 miles
    Test number
    316460160856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass114,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,281 miles
    Test number
    819879134969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail114,281 miles (+4,146)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,281 miles
    Test number
    677275839600
    • FailureNearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end castle nut split pin (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end castle nut split pin (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass110,135 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    110,135 miles
    Test number
    561232845145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail110,134 miles (+3,302)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,134 miles
    Test number
    839751622281
    • DangerousBraking system leaking Front to rear brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass106,832 miles (+3,286)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    106,832 miles
    Test number
    588600205192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,546 miles
    Test number
    629534094064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail103,546 miles (+4,615)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,546 miles
    Test number
    346903694011
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass98,931 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    98,931 miles
    Test number
    837565993087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,902 miles (+4,023)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,902 miles
    Test number
    918752793012
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing not tested due to brakes binding

  23. Pass94,879 miles (+4,387)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,879 miles
    Test number
    265573892014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass90,492 miles (+5,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    90,492 miles
    Test number
    709657871084
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass84,976 miles (+5,263)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    84,976 miles
    Test number
    512741990060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,713 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,713 miles
    Test number
    104492899042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass75,100 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    75,100 miles
    Test number
    723444998000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail75,041 miles (+5,735)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,041 miles
    Test number
    993396188080
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass69,306 miles (+6,343)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    69,306 miles
    Test number
    252552987036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass62,963 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,963 miles
    Test number
    461928066011
    • NoteDeteriation to inner face of front brake discs

Questions about T389 ABY

Does T389 ABY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T389 ABY is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T389 ABY?
The MOT on T389 ABY is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T389 ABY done?
T389 ABY was recorded at 139,095 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 3,788 miles a year.
Has T389 ABY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T389 ABY has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T389 ABY 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 T389 ABY find?
T389 ABY passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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