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Toyota Corolla

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y278 LCAMOT history

Y278 LCA is a silver petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 117,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

Y278 LCA silver Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
117,662 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 LCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 LCA was last recorded at 117,662 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 5,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,577 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,085 miles
Average per year
5,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,662 miles
  • 2024 – 112,577 miles
  • 2023 – 106,093 miles
  • 2022 – 100,915 miles
  • 2021 – 95,411 miles
  • 2020 – 90,790 miles
  • 2019 – 85,598 miles
  • 2018 – 79,828 miles
  • 2017 – 72,208 miles
  • 2016 – 64,764 miles
  • 2015 – 58,793 miles
  • 2014 – 51,598 miles
  • 2013 – 43,288 miles
  • 2012 – 34,782 miles
  • 2010 – 30,497 miles
  • 2009 – 27,895 miles
  • 2008 – 24,292 miles
  • 2007 – 20,695 miles
  • 2005 – 14,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,662 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOSF and the OSR tyre are worn on the inner edge and the NSR on the outer edge
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS lower and outer sill areas and both rear inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (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.

  • EML lit on dashboard

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front coil spring corroded NS and OS (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded Both front and rear springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,662 miles (+5,085)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    117,662 miles
    Test number
    148432302003
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOSF and the OSR tyre are worn on the inner edge and the NSR on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS lower and outer sill areas and both rear inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,577 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,577 miles
    Test number
    524569317044
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS lower sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail112,577 miles (+6,484)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,577 miles
    Test number
    942338132683
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS lower sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,093 miles (+5,178)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,093 miles
    Test number
    747295230603
    • AdvisoryBaffles braking up in the rear silencer
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear lower and outer sill areas and the NSR inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,915 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,915 miles
    Test number
    654749309296
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS lower sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail100,915 miles (+5,504)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,915 miles
    Test number
    511252442938
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS lower sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass95,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,411 miles
    Test number
    239993417162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,411 miles (+4,621)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,411 miles
    Test number
    568239720905
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer and lower sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,790 miles (+5,192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,790 miles
    Test number
    644708120688
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS inner wheelarch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to the NS wing mirror housing

  10. Pass85,598 miles (+5,770)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,598 miles
    Test number
    348157278926
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has nail in the tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS inner wheelarch areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system baffles starting to break up

  11. Pass79,828 miles (+7,620)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,828 miles
    Test number
    267427895594
    • AdvisoryEML lit on dashboard
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded NS and OS (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS inner wheelarch areas (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair has been made to the rear exhaust system

  12. Pass72,208 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,208 miles
    Test number
    787388184565
    • AdvisoryEML lit on dashboard
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded NS and OS (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also sidewall is perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail72,208 miles (+7,444)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,208 miles
    Test number
    816740961442
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Lens broken (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure Mountings and lens are broken (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEML lit on dashboard
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded NS and OS (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also sidewall is perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass64,764 miles (+5,971)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,764 miles
    Test number
    547789986731
    • AdvisoryEML lit on dashboard
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass58,793 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,793 miles
    Test number
    207733735173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth rear inner wheelarch areas weak with corrosion.
    • NoteEML light lit on dashboard.

  16. Fail58,789 miles (+7,191)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,789 miles
    Test number
    667253535192
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth rear inner wheelarch areas weak with corrosion.
    • NoteEML light lit on dashboard.

  17. Pass51,598 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,598 miles
    Test number
    759024534179
    • NoteEngine management light lit on dash-board.

  18. Fail51,598 miles (+8,310)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,598 miles
    Test number
    685713634111
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteEngine management light lit on dash-board.

  19. Pass43,288 miles (+8,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,288 miles
    Test number
    238818523484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass34,782 miles (+4,285)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,782 miles
    Test number
    678849832115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,497 miles (+2,602)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    30,497 miles
    Test number
    254415300181
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass27,895 miles (+3,603)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,895 miles
    Test number
    271128529146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,292 miles (+3,597)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,292 miles
    Test number
    414638908173
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on edges.
    • NoteOSR tyre sidewall perished.

  24. Pass20,695 miles (+6,395)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    20,695 miles
    Test number
    253627307458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    14,300 miles
    Test number
    732533815331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 LCA

Does Y278 LCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y278 LCA is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y278 LCA?
The MOT on Y278 LCA is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y278 LCA done?
Y278 LCA was recorded at 117,662 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,172 miles a year.
Has Y278 LCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 LCA has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y278 LCA 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 Y278 LCA find?
Y278 LCA passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; coil spring corroded both front and both rear springs; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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