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YIG 1280

1978 Toyota Corolla

Purple Petrol 1166cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,394 mi
Last recorded80,394 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 1978 Toyota Corolla56,257 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIG 1280
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,166cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2025 80,394 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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YIG 1280 is a 1978 Toyota Corolla in Purple with a 1,166cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 56,257 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 YIG 1280, 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 48 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 YIG 1280?

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What year was YIG 1280 registered?

YIG 1280 is a 1978 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is YIG 1280 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YIG 1280 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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