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BT57 MTE

2008 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,506 mi
Last recorded81,506 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 MTE
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 81,506 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 75,792 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 74,151 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 68,876 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 64,900 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 64,887 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 59,839 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2020 59,839 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 52,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn to edge.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Severely worn edge.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All rear seats ()

Pass 18 Apr 2018 46,259 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 41,607 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 37,529 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 32,237 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 27,746 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 22,915 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 17,818 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nsf and osf tyres getting low

Pass 30 Jan 2012 17,818 miles

nsf and osf tyres getting low

Pass 31 Jan 2011 13,538 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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BT57 MTE is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 82,149 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 BT57 MTE, 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 18 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 BT57 MTE registered?

BT57 MTE is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is BT57 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 MTE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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