1987 TOYOTA COROLLA1.6L PETROL

The vehicle maintains a high level of roadworthiness with a consistent clean pass record over the last several years. The most recent test conducted on 13 May 2025 at 177,135 miles resulted in no recorded defects, mirroring the outcomes of the previous four annual tests. This suggests a stable maintenance regime where mechanical and structural components are being kept to a standard that avoids failure at the testing centre. The mileage profile is notably low for a 39-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the data between April 2017 and April 2022, during which the car covered only 171 miles over five years. Since 2022, the usage has become more regular, covering roughly 6,000 miles in the last three years. This pattern indicates the vehicle may have been stored or stationary for long periods, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid seals despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of the structural integrity and underbody. The 2017 entry notes the body was heavily undersealed, which is a proactive measure against rust but can sometimes mask active corrosion in sills or floor pans. Given the age and the periods of low use, the inspection should focus on perished suspension bushes, cracked brake lines, and seized calipers that often result from infrequent movement. Checking the condition of the engine seals is also essential to ensure the low mileage has not been offset by neglect during the years it stood.