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AO05 YZT

2005 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,969 mi
Last recorded78,969 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 YZT
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 78,969 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 77,848 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

auxiliary belt deteriorated

Pass 6 Aug 2024 76,210 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 74,931 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 73,645 miles

MAJORITY OF SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 72,678 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 72,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions inside /outside (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 72,015 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 72,008 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 71,094 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 69,041 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 69,041 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 67,218 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 65,002 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 62,821 miles

n/s/front shock absorber leaking

Pass 8 Aug 2014 60,595 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 58,307 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 56,869 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 52,307 miles

Both front tyres worn to 3mm on both tread shoulders

Both rear tyres aged and badly perished

Nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm in the central tread area

Offside front tyre has a cut to the tread area (no cords are exposed)

Rear brake pads worn low

Pass 27 Apr 2011 46,190 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 40,814 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 32,121 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 24,856 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 24,856 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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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AO05 YZT is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO05 YZT, 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 AO05 YZT registered?

AO05 YZT is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is AO05 YZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 YZT shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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