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AF05 TFJ

2005 Toyota Corolla

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

148,120 mi
Last recorded148,120 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 TFJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 148,120 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

surface rust under body

Pass 8 Feb 2023 145,371 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

surface rust under body

Pass 8 Feb 2022 140,096 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2022 140,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 134,885 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 134,882 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 127,805 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 118,159 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 118,107 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel parking brake (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front All position lamps not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 107,141 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front and rear pads wearing

Fail 7 Dec 2017 107,141 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front and rear pads wearing

Pass 30 Jun 2017 97,087 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 95,568 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 90,179 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded osr (2.4.C.1b)

under tray fitted

Pass 29 May 2015 85,321 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Jun 2014 78,000 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

O/s And N/s/r inner sills corroding.

Pass 18 Jun 2013 67,373 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 60,566 miles

Centre and very rear seats folded up, also child seat fitted to nearside centre unable to check full operation and condition.

Pass 23 Jun 2011 51,589 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 40,691 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 31,915 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 23,625 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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AF05 TFJ is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 70,401 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 AF05 TFJ, 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 21 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 AF05 TFJ registered?

AF05 TFJ is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is AF05 TFJ safe to buy?

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