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AK05 HJU

2005 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

115,359 mi
Last recorded115,359 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 HJU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 115,359 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 106,981 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 95,999 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2020 92,358 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 May 2019 85,878 miles

rearmost seat belts not accessed

Fail 3 May 2019 85,878 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at rear. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rearmost seat belts not accessed

Pass 21 May 2018 80,265 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 71,059 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 63,229 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 58,835 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 58,835 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 24 May 2014 54,363 miles

nearside front tyre worn low on outer shoulder 205/55wr16xl

Pass 8 Jun 2013 48,905 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 44,367 miles

Front brake discs worn with 'lips' on edges of both faces

Front brake pads worn thin

Handbrake lever travel high

Pass 21 May 2011 40,464 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 34,693 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 29,413 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 29,413 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 24,499 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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AK05 HJU is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AK05 HJU, 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 AK05 HJU registered?

AK05 HJU is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is AK05 HJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 HJU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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