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BC04 XEV

2004 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,659 mi
Last recorded72,659 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Corolla70,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 XEV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2026 72,659 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin *STRONG ADVISE* (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 67,151 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 64,364 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 58,696 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 50,796 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 50,043 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 49,064 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 47,685 miles

Both rear trailing arm bushes starting to deteriorate

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 29 May 2018 45,874 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 43,490 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 40,477 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 37,212 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 33,907 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2013 30,306 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 26,697 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 22,942 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 19,396 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 16,120 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 13,068 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 9,966 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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BC04 XEV is a 2004 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BC04 XEV, 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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What year was BC04 XEV registered?

BC04 XEV is a 2004 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 19 July 2004.

Is BC04 XEV safe to buy?

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