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A18 SGW

2004 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,867 mi
Last recorded75,867 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Corolla70,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 SGW
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 75,867 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, but not seriously weakened

Pass 12 Sep 2024 75,368 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, not seriously weakened

Fail 12 Sep 2024 75,368 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, not seriously weakened

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 74,746 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, not seriously weakened

Pass 22 Aug 2022 74,194 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

slight corrosion on all brake, steering and suspension items

Pass 3 Aug 2021 73,432 miles

All steering, suspension and braking components corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2021 73,432 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

All steering, suspension and braking components corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 72,999 miles

Front - Nearside & Offside - Suspension arm/s corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 1 Apr 2019 72,294 miles

Suspension, Steering & Brake components have surface corrosion, not seriously weakened

Fail 1 Apr 2019 72,294 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension, Steering & Brake components have surface corrosion, not seriously weakened

Pass 6 Apr 2018 71,629 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 71,626 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 70,531 miles

All brakes sticking slightly on rotation

Pass 4 Apr 2016 68,948 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 68,948 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 68,113 miles

nearside rear tyre worn & has minor cracks in sidewalls

Fail 26 Mar 2015 68,113 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre worn & has minor cracks in sidewalls

Pass 3 Apr 2014 66,721 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 65,323 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 63,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 63,845 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 59,087 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 56,300 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 52,575 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 52,510 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 49,227 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 49,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 39,192 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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A18 SGW is a 2004 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 70,639 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A18 SGW, 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 22 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 SGW registered?

A18 SGW is a 2004 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is A18 SGW safe to buy?

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