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BK57 RTU

2007 Toyota Corolla

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

290,211 mi
Last recorded290,211 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 Toyota Corolla78,234 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 RTU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 290,211 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2020 290,211 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 278,823 miles

Central Rear fuel tank damp/unable to detect any leak

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

Fail 21 Dec 2019 278,823 miles

Central Rear fuel tank damp/unable to detect any leak

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 254,419 miles

fuel tank damp but no leaks found at time of test A new pipe has been fitted

Fail 17 Dec 2018 254,357 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively X2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing X2 BOLTS SNAPPED (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire ON FUEL TANK (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated CABLE NEEDS REPLACING (3.1 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded X2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off AND DETERIORATED. RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (0.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre obviously under inflated X2 (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear BUMPER DAMAGE

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

PARKING BRAKE LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 32% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded X2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush X2 (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing X2 (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened AND X2 BUSHES WORN (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 225,591 miles

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

Offside Rear bumper damaged

Fail 21 Jul 2017 225,591 miles

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

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

Offside Rear bumper damaged

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 213,113 miles

Headlights adjusted using internal switch to position '0' prior to reinspection

Item(s) removed from drivers view of the road prior to inspection

Fail 30 Jun 2016 213,113 miles

Headlights adjusted using internal switch to position '0' prior to reinspection

Item(s) removed from drivers view of the road prior to inspection

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 198,270 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 177,810 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 150,914 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 114,961 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 75,447 miles

o/s/r brake pads getting low

both front tyres have cuts

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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BK57 RTU is a 2007 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BK57 RTU, 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 BK57 RTU registered?

BK57 RTU is a 2007 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 25 September 2007.

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