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DS57 GKD

2008 Toyota Corolla

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,842 mi
Last recorded159,842 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 GKD
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2020 159,842 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 152,007 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 139,755 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 131,382 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 131,382 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 121,289 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 111,620 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Near side rear has a child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

Pass 14 Oct 2013 103,539 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 96,184 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 86,978 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 86,978 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 67,688 miles

handbrake lever travel high , still got reserve travel

nsr door doesnt open from inside

oil level low

parking brake your vehicle has only just met the required park brake efficiency.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

seats in boot area folded away , not checked ,seat belts not checked either

Fail 21 Jan 2011 67,688 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

handbrake lever travel high , still got reserve travel

nsr door doesnt open from inside

oil level low

seats in boot area folded away , not checked ,seat belts not checked either

Pass 20 Dec 2010 67,096 miles

Accident damage to nearside rear.

Nearside rear outer tail light lens cover broken.

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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DS57 GKD is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DS57 GKD, 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 DS57 GKD registered?

DS57 GKD is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 4 January 2008.

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