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Toyota Corolla

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,587 cc

V42 FGEMOT history

V42 FGE is a blue petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 28 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2022.

V42 FGE blue Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2023
Mileage
124,309 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 FGE
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
28 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 FGE was last recorded at 124,309 miles on 30 Jun 2022, 4,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Sept 2009: 26,813 miles, lower than 27,322 miles on 22 Sept 2008.
  • 3 Nov 2018: 114,248 miles, lower than 114,254 miles on 22 Sept 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
119,793 miles · 25 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
4,516 miles
Average per year
6,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,309 miles
  • 2021 – 119,793 miles
  • 2020 – 118,657 miles
  • 2018 – 114,248 miles
  • 2017 – 102,539 miles
  • 2016 – 86,656 miles
  • 2015 – 78,927 miles
  • 2014 – 72,470 miles
  • 2013 – 64,356 miles
  • 2012 – 57,062 miles
  • 2011 – 48,025 miles
  • 2010 – 38,843 miles
  • 2009 – 26,813 miles
  • 2008 – 27,322 miles
  • 2007 – 26,676 miles
  • 2006 – 23,755 miles
  • 2005 – 20,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,309 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,309 miles (+4,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    124,309 miles
    Test number
    404165794666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass119,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,793 miles
    Test number
    470444997716
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail119,793 miles (+1,136)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,793 miles
    Test number
    854227727053
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass118,657 miles (+4,409)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,657 miles
    Test number
    813211802222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,248 miles (-6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,248 miles
    Test number
    322462992359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail114,254 miles (+11,715)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,254 miles
    Test number
    353367772865
    • MajorBrake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  7. Pass102,539 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,539 miles
    Test number
    580669549163
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  8. Fail102,539 miles (+15,883)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,539 miles
    Test number
    562667540168
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  9. Pass86,656 miles (+7,729)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    86,656 miles
    Test number
    732150713218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,927 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,927 miles
    Test number
    615398061669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,925 miles (+6,455)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,925 miles
    Test number
    530647209691
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  12. Pass72,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,470 miles
    Test number
    599431664265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,470 miles (+8,114)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,470 miles
    Test number
    565801264292
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass64,356 miles (+7,294)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,356 miles
    Test number
    388149153446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking in tread

  15. Pass57,062 miles (+9,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,062 miles
    Test number
    735714262249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass48,025 miles (+9,182)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,025 miles
    Test number
    178407251221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,843 miles
    Test number
    233608450261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,843 miles (+12,030)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,843 miles
    Test number
    420358650212
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  19. Pass26,813 miles (-509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    26,813 miles
    Test number
    923018549216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass27,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,322 miles
    Test number
    374886668291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,322 miles (+646)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,322 miles
    Test number
    350446868237
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass26,676 miles (+2,921)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,676 miles
    Test number
    300344467289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,755 miles (+3,740)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,755 miles
    Test number
    271554856272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    20,015 miles
    Test number
    134664745262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 FGE

Does V42 FGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 FGE expired on 29 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 FGE?
The MOT on V42 FGE expired on 29 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 FGE done?
V42 FGE was recorded at 124,309 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2022, an average of 6,198 miles a year.
Has V42 FGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 FGE has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on V42 FGE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 5 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V42 FGE find?
V42 FGE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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