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AP55 HWU

2005 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

143,713 mi
Last recorded143,713 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 HWU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 143,713 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres with side wall cuts

engine light on

Fail 1 Jun 2016 143,713 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear position lamp(s) not working both sides rear (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyres with side wall cuts

engine light on

Pass 8 Apr 2015 126,435 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 8 Apr 2015 126,435 miles

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

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

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Mar 2014 101,512 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 101,511 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 85,297 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear wiper is deteriorated

Pass 2 Feb 2012 66,528 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear wiper perished

Pass 20 Jan 2011 52,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s front wing damaged,o/s rear wheel arch and n/s of front bumper.both front tyres cut on side walls and wheel rims scored.

Fail 20 Jan 2011 52,718 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s front wing damaged,o/s rear wheel arch and n/s of front bumper.both front tyres cut on side walls and wheel rims scored.

Fail 16 Feb 2010 42,435 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

damage to o/s front wheel rim and cut in outer side wall.damage on o/s rear wheel arch and n/s of front bumper.

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 16 Feb 2010 42,435 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

damage to o/s front wheel rim and cut in outer side wall.damage on o/s rear wheel arch and n/s of front bumper.

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,027 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 29,027 miles

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

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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AP55 HWU is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 AP55 HWU, 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 AP55 HWU registered?

AP55 HWU is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is AP55 HWU safe to buy?

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