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AK54 JLV

2004 Toyota Corolla

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

182,815 mi
Last recorded182,815 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Toyota Corolla70,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 JLV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 182,815 miles

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

underbody corroded

Fail 4 Apr 2023 182,815 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

underbody corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2021 176,704 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 168,309 miles

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

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

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

Offside 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))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2019 160,178 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 160,178 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 152,661 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 152,661 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 144,111 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip stone (8.3.1d)

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

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

rear both sides brake pipes corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2016 132,306 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs worn

nearside brake disc scored

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2016 132,306 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs worn

nearside brake disc scored

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2015 122,058 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 19 Oct 2015 122,058 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 112,171 miles

n/s/r disc scored

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs lipped/worn

n/s/f outer cv gaitor slightly weeping

n/s/r tyre worn on inside edge (raised tread)

rear axle bushes starting to deteriorate

Fail 6 Oct 2014 111,978 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs lipped/worn

n/s/f outer cv gaitor slightly weeping

n/s/r disc scored

n/s/r tyre worn on inside edge (raised tread)

rear axle bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 29 Oct 2013 102,335 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 95,003 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 77,604 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 68,336 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 60,857 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 49,928 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 41,627 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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AK54 JLV is a 2004 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AK54 JLV, 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.

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AK54 JLV is a 2004 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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