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DF08 DLK

2008 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

123,933 mi
Last recorded123,933 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 DLK
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 123,933 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 123,932 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 120,684 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2024 115,824 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 110,601 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 110,600 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 105,274 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 105,274 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 98,098 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))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 98,098 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 92,754 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 85,250 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 80,072 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 77,250 miles

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

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2016 69,354 miles

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

front brake pads appear low

undertray fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2016 69,354 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

front brake pads appear low

undertray fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2015 64,483 miles

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

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2014 56,907 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2013 48,978 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to exhaust

Pass 28 Aug 2012 38,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to exhaust

front brake pads appear low

Pass 6 Aug 2011 25,215 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

n/s and o/s wiper blades are slightly deteriorated

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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DF08 DLK is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 DF08 DLK, 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.

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What year was DF08 DLK registered?

DF08 DLK is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is DF08 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 DLK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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