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BD57 TGU

2007 Toyota Corolla

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,798 mi
Last recorded144,798 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 Toyota Corolla78,234 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 TGU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 144,798 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 144,681 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Actual value 3.36 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH front headlamps require cleaning/polishing (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 133,981 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Mar 2023 133,925 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 125,402 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 115,694 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 105,144 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2020 105,144 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 89,864 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 80,036 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 70,803 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 61,649 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 49,967 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 49,967 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2014 42,224 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 39,316 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 31,976 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 24,011 miles

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)

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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BD57 TGU is a 2007 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 78,234 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 BD57 TGU, 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 19 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 BD57 TGU registered?

BD57 TGU is a 2007 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is BD57 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD57 TGU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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