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EK08 HCU

2008 Toyota Corolla

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,788 mi
Last recorded126,788 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 HCU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 126,788 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

under body covers fitted limiting full inspection of some areas

Fail 3 Jul 2018 126,734 miles

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

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

under body covers fitted limiting full inspection of some areas

Pass 26 May 2017 117,083 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 104,212 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 27 Jan 2015 85,218 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 75,802 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 64,814 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 26 Apr 2012 54,477 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 40,474 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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EK08 HCU is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 EK08 HCU, 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 EK08 HCU registered?

EK08 HCU is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is EK08 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 HCU shows 9 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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