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Toyota Corolla

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,332 cc

T981 MWPMOT history

T981 MWP is a blue petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
89,156 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 MWP
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
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 MWP was last recorded at 89,156 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 7,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,490 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,666 miles
Average per year
3,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,156 miles
  • 2025 – 81,490 miles
  • 2024 – 73,519 miles
  • 2023 – 54,904 miles
  • 2022 – 46,038 miles
  • 2021 – 33,327 miles
  • 2019 – 24,410 miles
  • 2018 – 24,118 miles
  • 2017 – 23,738 miles
  • 2016 – 23,296 miles
  • 2015 – 22,891 miles
  • 2014 – 22,495 miles
  • 2013 – 22,063 miles
  • 2012 – 21,679 miles
  • 2011 – 21,175 miles
  • 2010 – 20,624 miles
  • 2009 – 19,959 miles
  • 2008 – 19,261 miles
  • 2007 – 18,337 miles
  • 2006 – 17,088 miles
  • 2005 – 15,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,156 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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,156 miles (+7,666)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    89,156 miles
    Test number
    506239992258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,490 miles (+7,971)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    81,490 miles
    Test number
    433861562091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass73,519 miles (+18,615)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,519 miles
    Test number
    735216539100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass54,904 miles (+8,866)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    54,904 miles
    Test number
    304764012623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass46,038 miles (+12,711)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    46,038 miles
    Test number
    728534362093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass33,327 miles (+8,917)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    33,327 miles
    Test number
    340308115784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass24,410 miles (+292)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    24,410 miles
    Test number
    784307952025
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass24,118 miles (+380)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    24,118 miles
    Test number
    371218060217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre edge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass23,738 miles (+442)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    23,738 miles
    Test number
    494845058041
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front some wear on Tyre edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber worn and has some slight play

  10. Pass23,296 miles (+405)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    23,296 miles
    Test number
    214170820733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass22,891 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,891 miles
    Test number
    196079285184
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres are wearing on edges

  12. Fail22,891 miles (+396)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,891 miles
    Test number
    809399585145
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres are wearing on edges

  13. Pass22,495 miles (+432)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    22,495 miles
    Test number
    649227194134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades are smearing slightly

  14. Pass22,063 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,063 miles
    Test number
    205769793169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,679 miles (+504)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,679 miles
    Test number
    309864392121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteSome wear to nearside front tyre edges

  16. Pass21,175 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,175 miles
    Test number
    645679391136
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteNearside front tyre scrubbing on outer edge

  17. Fail21,175 miles (+551)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,175 miles
    Test number
    778099691101
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteNearside front tyre scrubbing on outer edge

  18. Pass20,624 miles (+665)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,624 miles
    Test number
    440033000219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteCoolant residue on watr pump body indicating seepage
    • NoteSome scrubbing on front tyres

  19. Pass19,959 miles (+698)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,959 miles
    Test number
    481673209251
    • NoteSome slight wear to nearside rear tyre edges

  20. Pass19,261 miles (+924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    19,261 miles
    Test number
    902293108279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass18,337 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,337 miles
    Test number
    154135707249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,324 miles (+1,236)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,324 miles
    Test number
    821060407268
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass17,088 miles (+1,698)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,088 miles
    Test number
    742180406273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    15,390 miles
    Test number
    854169295186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T981 MWP

Does T981 MWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T981 MWP is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T981 MWP?
The MOT on T981 MWP is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T981 MWP done?
T981 MWP was recorded at 89,156 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 3,522 miles a year.
Has T981 MWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 MWP has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on T981 MWP 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 T981 MWP find?
T981 MWP passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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