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Toyota Corolla

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,332 cc

T742 KWJMOT history

T742 KWJ is a red petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 140,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2025
Mileage
140,972 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T742 KWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T742 KWJ was last recorded at 140,972 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 1,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,352 miles · 11 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,620 miles
Average per year
4,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,972 miles
  • 2023 – 139,352 miles
  • 2022 – 137,514 miles
  • 2021 – 134,303 miles
  • 2019 – 129,012 miles
  • 2018 – 125,373 miles
  • 2017 – 120,922 miles
  • 2016 – 115,839 miles
  • 2015 – 110,388 miles
  • 2014 – 104,869 miles
  • 2013 – 97,600 miles
  • 2012 – 91,725 miles
  • 2011 – 86,268 miles
  • 2010 – 80,943 miles
  • 2009 – 77,288 miles
  • 2008 – 73,243 miles
  • 2007 – 68,266 miles
  • 2006 – 60,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,972 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,972 miles (+1,620)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    140,972 miles
    Test number
    849239456057
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,352 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,352 miles
    Test number
    915685344854
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail139,351 miles (+1,837)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,351 miles
    Test number
    837818895577
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass137,514 miles (+3,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,514 miles
    Test number
    418331707712
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass134,303 miles (+5,291)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,303 miles
    Test number
    592422832603
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass129,012 miles (+3,639)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,012 miles
    Test number
    826499945776
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass125,373 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    125,373 miles
    Test number
    160820510041
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail125,371 miles (+4,449)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,371 miles
    Test number
    821775825591
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,922 miles (+5,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,922 miles
    Test number
    154783089591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass115,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,839 miles
    Test number
    905444234087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,839 miles (+5,451)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,839 miles
    Test number
    479291628097
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass110,388 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,388 miles
    Test number
    208359165159
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn down to TWI

  13. Fail110,379 miles (+5,510)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,379 miles
    Test number
    505459565194
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn down to TWI

  14. Pass104,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,869 miles
    Test number
    789929964173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail104,869 miles (+7,269)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,869 miles
    Test number
    209188164454
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass97,600 miles (+5,875)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,600 miles
    Test number
    979520873143
    • NoteFrt downpipe cat end clamp rottern
    • NoteN/s/f tyre end of limit
    • NoteN/s/r tyre nail in
    • NoteO/s/f tyre feathering inside

  17. Fail91,725 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,725 miles
    Test number
    277851892494
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass91,725 miles (+5,457)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    91,725 miles
    Test number
    929021092114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,268 miles (+5,325)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    86,268 miles
    Test number
    549494491153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion

  20. Pass80,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,943 miles
    Test number
    443638160117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail80,941 miles (+3,653)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,941 miles
    Test number
    204238960136
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass77,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    77,288 miles
    Test number
    473618989182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail77,288 miles (+4,045)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,288 miles
    Test number
    150458489172
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  24. Pass73,243 miles (+4,977)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    73,243 miles
    Test number
    901173298130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,266 miles
    Test number
    452531787178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,266 miles (+7,361)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,266 miles
    Test number
    853711687149
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass60,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    60,905 miles
    Test number
    504826396166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T742 KWJ

Does T742 KWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T742 KWJ expired on 17 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T742 KWJ?
The MOT on T742 KWJ expired on 17 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T742 KWJ done?
T742 KWJ was recorded at 140,972 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024, an average of 4,577 miles a year.
Has T742 KWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T742 KWJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T742 KWJ 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 T742 KWJ find?
T742 KWJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2024 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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