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Toyota Corolla

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,398 cc

Y229 LETMOT history

Y229 LET is a red petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 19 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2021 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 199,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2022.

Y229 LET red Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2021
Mileage
199,037 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 LET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y229 LET was last recorded at 199,037 miles on 12 Jan 2022, 12,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,552 miles · 2 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
12,485 miles
Average per year
9,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 199,037 miles
  • 2020 – 186,552 miles
  • 2019 – 176,437 miles
  • 2018 – 152,256 miles
  • 2017 – 133,886 miles
  • 2016 – 125,289 miles
  • 2015 – 114,214 miles
  • 2014 – 105,097 miles
  • 2013 – 101,745 miles
  • 2012 – 98,352 miles
  • 2011 – 91,724 miles
  • 2010 – 84,226 miles
  • 2009 – 77,250 miles
  • 2008 – 67,921 miles
  • 2007 – 57,900 miles
  • 2006 – 49,488 miles
  • 2005 – 48,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail199,037 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Outer sill within 30cm of rear suspension arm (trialing arm) (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Inner sill within 30cm of rear suspension arm (trialing arm) (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Wheel arch to sill within 30cm of rear suspension arm (trialing arm) (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Offside & Nearside. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of wheel arch and lower sections behind rear bumper. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at front of trailing arm of suspension. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of wheel arch and lower sections behind rear bumper. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at front of trailing arm of suspension. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Offside & Nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear brakes slightly binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail199,037 miles (+12,485)3 dangerous5 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,037 miles
    Test number
    246484189125
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Outer sill within 30cm of rear suspension arm (trialing arm) (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Inner sill within 30cm of rear suspension arm (trialing arm) (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Wheel arch to sill within 30cm of rear suspension arm (trialing arm) (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Offside & Nearside. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of wheel arch and lower sections behind rear bumper. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at front of trailing arm of suspension. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of wheel arch and lower sections behind rear bumper. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at front of trailing arm of suspension. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Offside & Nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass186,552 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    186,552 miles
    Test number
    487709048810
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail186,552 miles (+10,115)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,552 miles
    Test number
    804204783888
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass176,437 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    176,437 miles
    Test number
    232920910842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail176,435 miles (+24,179)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,435 miles
    Test number
    814399853176
    • MajorBrake linkage excessively corroded cable (1.1.15 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,256 miles (+18,370)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    152,256 miles
    Test number
    193537895055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass133,886 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    133,886 miles
    Test number
    191840606539
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates removed

  8. Fail133,852 miles (+8,563)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,852 miles
    Test number
    743311476493
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe towards rear of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe towards rear of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates removed

  9. Pass125,289 miles (+207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    125,289 miles
    Test number
    759885537773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail125,082 miles (+10,868)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,082 miles
    Test number
    722720508067
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass114,214 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,214 miles
    Test number
    273741680644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear sills slightly corroded

  12. Fail114,138 miles (+9,041)1 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,138 miles
    Test number
    869153605241
    • DangerousFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOs wiper blade perishing
    • NoteOsr brake back plate missing
    • NoteSlight play osr anti roll bar link

  13. Pass105,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,097 miles
    Test number
    735951394114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,097 miles (+3,352)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,097 miles
    Test number
    259610294422
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  15. Pass101,745 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    101,745 miles
    Test number
    406509543163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,352 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,352 miles
    Test number
    186636662187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail98,300 miles (+6,576)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,300 miles
    Test number
    839632952188
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass91,724 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    91,724 miles
    Test number
    649067541190
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail91,724 miles (+7,498)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,724 miles
    Test number
    968897341197
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass84,226 miles (+6,976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    84,226 miles
    Test number
    111864840146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass77,250 miles (+9,329)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,250 miles
    Test number
    160987549157
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low

  22. Pass67,921 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,921 miles
    Test number
    213235568164
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low

  23. Fail67,921 miles (+10,021)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,921 miles
    Test number
    854435368101
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low

  24. Fail57,900 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    834482167128
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass57,900 miles (+8,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    844352367187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass49,488 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,488 miles
    Test number
    252976846458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    48,183 miles
    Test number
    452284055492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 LET

Does Y229 LET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y229 LET expired on 1 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y229 LET?
The MOT on Y229 LET expired on 1 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y229 LET done?
Y229 LET was recorded at 199,037 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2022, an average of 9,391 miles a year.
Has Y229 LET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 LET has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y229 LET 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 Y229 LET find?
Y229 LET failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 3 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill within 30cm of rear suspension arm (trialing arm); offside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner sill within 30cm of rear suspension arm (trialing arm); offside rear outer tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 20 more.

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