Yes, R485 BNA is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 May 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for R485 BNA?

The MOT for R485 BNA is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of R485 BNA?

The recorded mileage for R485 BNA is 99,412 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R485 BNA ULEZ compliant?

No, R485 BNA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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1997 Toyota Corolla 1.3L Petrol · R485 BNA

R485 BNA

1997 Toyota Corolla (1.3L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1997. Recorded mileage 99,412 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model: TOYOTA COROLLA
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 02/09/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 99,412 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 02/09/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/05/2027

Mileage: 99,412 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1332cc

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R485 BNA Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
99,412 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

✓ Taxed

✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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R485 BNA Mileage History

07/06/202288,355 mi
01/09/202391,000 mi+2,645 mi
29/08/202494,736 mi+3,736 mi
04/09/202494,816 mi+80 mi
22/08/202599,412 mi+4,596 mi

Average of roughly 3,446 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R485 BNA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 02:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Toyota Corolla (R485 BNA) between June 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is like”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.

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