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DE08 RZG

2008 Toyota Corolla

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

167,999 mi
Last recorded167,999 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 RZG
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 167,999 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 162,683 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 155,930 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 143,809 miles

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 139,291 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing crackin and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen has a crack less than 40mm outside of drivers view. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 136,669 miles

all brake disc's slightly corroded.

windscreen has a chip in screen.

Pass 16 Jul 2019 134,083 miles

Central windscreen has small crack min screen.

Pass 22 Jul 2018 126,297 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2017 111,999 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 100,553 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 86,090 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 86,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 72,300 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to perish

Rear brake pads are wearing low

Pass 26 Jul 2013 59,606 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 47,257 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2011 36,543 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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DE08 RZG is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DE08 RZG, 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 DE08 RZG registered?

DE08 RZG is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is DE08 RZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 RZG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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