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Toyota Corolla

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,332 cc

T497 KCJMOT history

T497 KCJ is a blue petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 157,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2024
Mileage
157,743 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 KCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 KCJ was last recorded at 157,743 miles on 11 Jan 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,741 miles · 6 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 157,743 miles
  • 2022 – 153,504 miles
  • 2021 – 153,321 miles
  • 2020 – 148,510 miles
  • 2019 – 139,891 miles
  • 2018 – 134,691 miles
  • 2017 – 129,161 miles
  • 2016 – 122,326 miles
  • 2015 – 111,455 miles
  • 2014 – 102,204 miles
  • 2013 – 94,535 miles
  • 2012 – 85,434 miles
  • 2010 – 73,246 miles
  • 2009 – 62,024 miles
  • 2008 – 53,243 miles
  • 2007 – 51,919 miles
  • 2006 – 50,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,743 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth front to rear metal brake pipes are corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Hazard switch loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Front number plate damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,743 miles (+2)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    157,743 miles
    Test number
    329980366125
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear metal brake pipes are corroded
  2. Fail157,741 miles (+4,237)3 dangerous2 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,741 miles
    Test number
    784282270640
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear metal brake pipes are corroded
  3. Pass153,504 miles (+183)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    153,504 miles
    Test number
    371566927688
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre bald on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail153,321 miles (+4,811)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,321 miles
    Test number
    550115071917
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre bald inner edge and close to cords
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass148,510 miles (+208)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    148,510 miles
    Test number
    740787447743
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes corroding
  6. Fail148,302 miles (+8,411)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,302 miles
    Test number
    809080553394
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high adjuster insecure/not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes corroding
  7. Pass139,891 miles (+5,200)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,891 miles
    Test number
    400495341462
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers parking poorly
    • AdvisoryHazard switch loose
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front anti roll bar D bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear anti roll bar linkage ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill slightly corroded
  8. Pass134,691 miles (+77)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,691 miles
    Test number
    709823614970
    • DangerousNearside rear tyre heavily worn on outer edge, but no ply or cords detected at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap damaged
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)
  9. Fail134,614 miles (+5,453)1 dangerous6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,614 miles
    Test number
    435700094365
    • DangerousNearside rear tyre heavily worn on outer edge, but no ply or cords detected at time of test
    • FailureHazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap damaged
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass129,161 miles (+6,835)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    129,161 miles
    Test number
    704801040271
    • AdvisoryBattery has signs of leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perished & splitting
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryFuel cap slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryHazard switch poorly secured
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
  11. Pass122,326 miles (+317)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,326 miles
    Test number
    294399142052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryHazard switch loose
  12. Fail122,009 miles (+10,554)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,009 miles
    Test number
    662291919634
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjuster not working (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high adjuster not working (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge within the centre three quarters (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryHazard switch loose
  13. Pass111,455 miles (+95)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,455 miles
    Test number
    398918415187
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteHazard warning lights switch loose
  14. Fail111,360 miles (+9,156)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,360 miles
    Test number
    407474815170
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteHazard warning lights switch loose
  15. Fail102,204 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,204 miles
    Test number
    316201624104
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside headlight internal loose
    • NoteOffside headlight loose
  16. Pass102,204 miles (+7,669)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,204 miles
    Test number
    545401724123
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside headlight internal loose
    • NoteOffside headlight loose
  17. Pass94,535 miles (+20)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,535 miles
    Test number
    358791823145
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
  18. Fail94,515 miles (+9,081)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,515 miles
    Test number
    359689513195
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
  19. Pass85,434 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,434 miles
    Test number
    839373622148
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Fail85,434 miles (+12,188)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,434 miles
    Test number
    857192722153
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  21. Pass73,246 miles (+149)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    73,246 miles
    Test number
    771158600265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Fail73,097 miles (+11,073)2 dangerous7 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,097 miles
    Test number
    400490200214
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front brake disc grooved
    • NoteNearside front is a 165/65/14 size tyre & the rest of the tyres fitted to the vehicle are 175/65/14
  23. Pass62,024 miles (+8,781)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    62,024 miles
    Test number
    310985599104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,243 miles (+1,324)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,243 miles
    Test number
    243861898199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,919 miles (+1,148)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,919 miles
    Test number
    402975567122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    50,771 miles
    Test number
    104298266176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T497 KCJ

Does T497 KCJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T497 KCJ expired on 10 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T497 KCJ?
The MOT on T497 KCJ expired on 10 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T497 KCJ done?
T497 KCJ was recorded at 157,743 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2023, an average of 6,456 miles a year.
Has T497 KCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 KCJ has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T497 KCJ 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 T497 KCJ find?
T497 KCJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2023 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside front tyre obviously under inflated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 4 more.

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