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DU08 UBJ

2008 Toyota Corolla

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,661 mi
Last recorded122,661 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 UBJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 122,661 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2023 122,524 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 113,503 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2022 113,503 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 112,176 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 99,407 miles

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

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

Rear both axle bushes worn

service light on

Fail 3 May 2019 99,390 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 91v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear both axle bushes worn

service light on

Pass 1 May 2018 80,913 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 59,806 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

service light on

Pass 15 Feb 2016 41,408 miles

engine bay/under covers fitted

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 40,347 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 34,827 miles

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

front brake discs showing signs of wear

Fail 20 Mar 2014 34,827 miles

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

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

front brake discs showing signs of wear

Pass 19 Mar 2013 26,722 miles

front brake discs showing signs of wear

Pass 5 Apr 2012 21,825 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 15,390 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DU08 UBJ is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DU08 UBJ, 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 DU08 UBJ registered?

DU08 UBJ is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DU08 UBJ safe to buy?

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