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Toyota Corolla

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

W256 WAEMOT history

W256 WAE is a green petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 19 May 2000. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 58,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2025.

W256 WAE green Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2026
Mileage
58,242 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 WAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
19 May 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 WAE was last recorded at 58,242 miles on 5 Feb 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Feb 2018: 47,038 miles, lower than 64,933 miles on 30 Jan 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
58,236 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 58,242 miles
  • 2023 – 53,934 miles
  • 2022 – 52,953 miles
  • 2021 – 50,811 miles
  • 2020 – 49,711 miles
  • 2019 – 48,177 miles
  • 2018 – 47,038 miles
  • 2016 – 44,983 miles
  • 2014 – 42,044 miles
  • 2013 – 40,278 miles
  • 2012 – 38,526 miles
  • 2011 – 37,088 miles
  • 2010 – 35,975 miles
  • 2009 – 35,017 miles
  • 2008 – 28,413 miles
  • 2007 – 27,348 miles
  • 2006 – 26,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,242 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,242 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    58,242 miles
    Test number
    353125023479
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail58,236 miles (+4,302)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,236 miles
    Test number
    770170016108
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass53,934 miles (+981)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    53,934 miles
    Test number
    881238309307
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass52,953 miles (+2,142)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    52,953 miles
    Test number
    244299249481
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass50,811 miles (+1,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    50,811 miles
    Test number
    542164021054
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass49,711 miles (+1,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,711 miles
    Test number
    249328279752
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass48,177 miles (+1,139)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    48,177 miles
    Test number
    619215964908
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass47,038 miles (-17,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    47,038 miles
    Test number
    161272195747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)
  9. Fail64,933 miles (+19,950)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,933 miles
    Test number
    716395298444
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)
  10. Pass44,983 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    44,983 miles
    Test number
    435417342847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,044 miles (+1,766)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,044 miles
    Test number
    917922384126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,278 miles (+1,752)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,278 miles
    Test number
    699259693121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,526 miles (+1,438)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,526 miles
    Test number
    685771392196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,088 miles (+1,113)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,088 miles
    Test number
    828661981122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,975 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,975 miles
    Test number
    241988980193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,017 miles (+6,604)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,017 miles
    Test number
    633818689116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,413 miles (+1,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,413 miles
    Test number
    800616758193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  18. Pass27,348 miles (+1,081)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,348 miles
    Test number
    470846957121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,267 miles
    Test number
    921197086124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W256 WAE

Does W256 WAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W256 WAE expired on 4 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W256 WAE?
The MOT on W256 WAE expired on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W256 WAE done?
W256 WAE was recorded at 58,242 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2025, an average of 1,720 miles a year.
Has W256 WAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 WAE has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on W256 WAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on W256 WAE find?
W256 WAE passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2025 with 4 advisories: front coil spring corroded; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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