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AO55 FDF

2005 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,136 mi
Last recorded114,136 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 FDF
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 114,136 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 108,755 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 100,244 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 95,062 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear suspension bed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 94,102 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 92,664 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 90,774 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 90,774 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 87,485 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 84,064 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 80,473 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 76,470 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 71,700 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 65,468 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 58,590 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 58,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 51,285 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 51,285 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 42,665 miles

N/S/R tyre getting low on tread.

Pass 26 Aug 2009 33,799 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 33,748 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 26,377 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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AO55 FDF is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol 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 AO55 FDF, 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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What year was AO55 FDF registered?

AO55 FDF is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is AO55 FDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 FDF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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