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Toyota Corolla

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,398 cc

YVP 281MOT history

YVP 281 is a silver petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 112,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

YVP 281 silver Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
112,195 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YVP 281
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YVP 281 was last recorded at 112,195 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,176 miles · 4 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
4,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,195 miles
  • 2025 – 110,553 miles
  • 2024 – 108,640 miles
  • 2023 – 107,020 miles
  • 2022 – 104,094 miles
  • 2021 – 102,033 miles
  • 2020 – 100,004 miles
  • 2019 – 96,914 miles
  • 2018 – 93,347 miles
  • 2017 – 90,455 miles
  • 2016 – 86,967 miles
  • 2015 – 83,126 miles
  • 2014 – 78,797 miles
  • 2013 – 73,830 miles
  • 2012 – 69,180 miles
  • 2011 – 64,623 miles
  • 2010 – 59,291 miles
  • 2009 – 52,738 miles
  • 2008 – 44,100 miles
  • 2007 – 36,266 miles
  • 2006 – 26,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,195 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear subframe/axle heavily corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryMinor oil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion sills, backing sill, floor etc.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILLS, BACKING SILLS

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust system corroded/ minor leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,195 miles (+19)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    112,195 miles
    Test number
    264976414597
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe/axle heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion sills, backing sill, floor etc.

  2. Fail112,176 miles (+1,623)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,176 miles
    Test number
    912851081944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe/axle heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion sills, backing sill, floor etc.

  3. Pass110,553 miles (+1,913)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,553 miles
    Test number
    728142339447
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySILLS, BACKING SILLS CORRODED

  4. Pass108,640 miles (+1,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    108,640 miles
    Test number
    750689096307
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILLS, BACKING SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,020 miles (+2,926)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    107,020 miles
    Test number
    971660589667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded/ minor leak
    • AdvisorySills, backing sills, inner arches corroded

  6. Pass104,094 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    104,094 miles
    Test number
    579286318144
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills, backing sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded/ minor leak

  7. Fail104,088 miles (+2,055)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,088 miles
    Test number
    204679826837
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills, backing sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded/ minor leak

  8. Pass102,033 miles (+2,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,033 miles
    Test number
    682688657165
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills, backing sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass100,004 miles (+3,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    875679689498
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChassis legs,backing sills corroded

  10. Pass96,914 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    96,914 miles
    Test number
    829756427831
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySills,backing sills corroded

  11. Fail96,909 miles (+3,562)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,909 miles
    Test number
    709467475025
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySills,backing sills corroded

  12. Pass93,347 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,347 miles
    Test number
    127865033458
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded/minor leak

  13. Fail93,343 miles (+2,888)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,343 miles
    Test number
    933531217707
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass90,455 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,455 miles
    Test number
    366257910797
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail90,449 miles (+3,482)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,449 miles
    Test number
    191619809493
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass86,967 miles (+3,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,967 miles
    Test number
    349380524006
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass83,126 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,126 miles
    Test number
    147751765485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,797 miles (+4,967)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,797 miles
    Test number
    818227174006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,830 miles
    Test number
    525472983049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,830 miles (+4,650)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,830 miles
    Test number
    616781083057
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass69,180 miles (+4,557)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,180 miles
    Test number
    947451482026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,623 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,623 miles
    Test number
    986774481013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,621 miles (+5,330)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,621 miles
    Test number
    448463981034
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass59,291 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,291 miles
    Test number
    490342080062
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearin on outer edge

  25. Fail59,291 miles (+6,553)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,291 miles
    Test number
    121889670491
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearin on outer edge

  26. Pass52,738 miles (+8,638)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,738 miles
    Test number
    902250489018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,100 miles (+7,834)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,100 miles
    Test number
    443495178096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,266 miles (+9,573)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,266 miles
    Test number
    570633777023
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass26,693 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,693 miles
    Test number
    192663186077
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly rubbing on outer edge

Questions about YVP 281

What vehicle is registration YVP 281 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YVP 281 on a silver petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 30 Mar 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YVP 281 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YVP 281 is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on YVP 281?
The MOT on YVP 281 is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YVP 281 done?
YVP 281 was recorded at 112,195 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 4,259 miles a year.
Has YVP 281 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YVP 281 has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on YVP 281 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 YVP 281 find?
YVP 281 passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 4 more.

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