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AU56 VCV

2006 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

137,215 mi
Last recorded137,215 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Corolla69,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 VCV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 137,215 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2026 137,215 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm tyre size is 195/60/R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm tyre size is 195/60/R15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 120,179 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2025 120,179 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 105,251 miles

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Jan 2023 88,786 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 72,180 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade smear

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Feb 2021 56,047 miles

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

Sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2020 55,741 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 54,233 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 54,233 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2018 51,961 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 49,794 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 46,877 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 46,877 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 43,409 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 39,662 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 35,545 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 30,860 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 25,369 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 20,009 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,737 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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AU56 VCV is a 2006 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 69,114 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 AU56 VCV, 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 20 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU56 VCV registered?

AU56 VCV is a 2006 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is AU56 VCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 VCV 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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