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DG08 VUT

2008 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,430 mi
Last recorded48,430 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 VUT
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 48,430 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 46,133 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 45,151 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 44,375 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 41,954 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 35,180 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 29,808 miles

All tyres showing signs of wear

Pass 6 Mar 2019 22,118 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 14,625 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 8,757 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 7,432 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 7,432 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 7,064 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 6,788 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 6,033 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 4,907 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 4,230 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 4,230 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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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DG08 VUT is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DG08 VUT, 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 DG08 VUT registered?

DG08 VUT is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is DG08 VUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 VUT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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