1987 Toyota Corolla 1.3L Petrol · E491 HTP
1987 Toyota Corolla (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1987. Recorded mileage 37,800 miles. MOT valid until 04 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA COROLLA
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,800 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E491 HTP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/08/2026
- 37,800 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E491 HTP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Toyota Corolla (E491 HTP) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 18 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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.
E491 HTP Mileage History
- 06/08/202237,284 mi
- 02/08/202337,362 mi+78 mi
- 02/08/202437,477 mi+115 mi
- 04/08/202537,605 mi+128 mi
- 03/08/202637,800 mi+195 mi
Average of roughly 129 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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