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DG08 YWZ

2008 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

101,170 mi
Last recorded101,170 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 YWZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 101,170 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underbody surface rust

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2024 97,247 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 94,837 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 92,374 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 89,864 miles

Rear Inner Exhaust mounting defective bracket corroded to excess (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 87,484 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 87,484 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 83,560 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 78,014 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 74,762 miles

Front and rear suspension items corroded

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear chassis corroded

Pass 20 May 2016 67,119 miles

child seat fitted nearside rear seatbelt not inspected

undertrays fitted covering some underside components

Pass 9 May 2015 58,704 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2015 58,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2014 50,583 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 50,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2013 38,927 miles
Fail 6 May 2013 38,927 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 30,713 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2011 20,652 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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DG08 YWZ is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 YWZ, 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 YWZ registered?

DG08 YWZ is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is DG08 YWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 YWZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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