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AF55 ZGH

2005 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

95,232 mi
Last recorded95,232 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 ZGH
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 95,232 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 28 May 2025 92,479 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2025 92,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 90,197 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 87,884 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2023 87,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Body component likely to become detached sideskirt (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 May 2022 84,968 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2021 82,569 miles

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

Nearside Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Body kit (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2021 82,569 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Body kit (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 81,421 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 81,421 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 78,909 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 75,399 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2018 75,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 71,953 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 71,953 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 66,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 58,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2015 58,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 53,883 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 49,797 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 46,157 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2011 44,303 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 37,388 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 29,344 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 21,050 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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AF55 ZGH is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 AF55 ZGH, 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.

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AF55 ZGH is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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