1997 Toyota Corolla 1.3L Petrol · R874 BAU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 30 January 2024 at 52,398 miles with no defects recorded, confirming a stable maintenance trend despite a January 2024 failure that showed no mechanical deficiencies. The mileage trajectory reflects low usage for a 29‑year‑old Corolla: 42,132 miles in January 2022, 47,000 miles in January 2023, 52,147 miles in January 2024, and only 251 miles between the 16 and 30 January 2024 tests, indicating periods of inactivity or very light driving. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs and calipers for wear or binding, and examine the chassis and sills for structural rust, as age can accelerate material fatigue even when mileage is modest. Further checks of tyre tread depth, wiper condition, and exhaust emissions are advisable, since these consumable items may have been overlooked despite the clean MOT record.