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A353 YCY

1983 Toyota Corolla

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,798 mi
Last recorded24,798 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Toyota Corolla85,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA353 YCY
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2025 24,798 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 246,368 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 245,250 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Corolla?

Based on 4,239,724 MOT tests across 329,089 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,528
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
329,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 151,978
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 93,312
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,778
position lamp(s) not working 57,990
Brake pipe excessively corroded 51,013
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A353 YCY is a 1983 Toyota Corolla in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 85,245 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Corolla fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 151,978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A353 YCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Corolla typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 43 years old, this Toyota Corolla is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A353 YCY?

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What year was A353 YCY registered?

A353 YCY is a 1983 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A353 YCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A353 YCY shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A353 YCY have outstanding finance?

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