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EK08 KVG

2008 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,970 mi
Last recorded143,970 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 KVG
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 143,970 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 143,970 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 138,919 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 134,606 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 126,827 miles

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

engine cover fitted.

under tray fitted.

Pass 22 Mar 2018 113,240 miles

Front engine covers

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 13 Mar 2017 97,868 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 25 Mar 2016 90,570 miles

Centre Rear child seat fitted.

Nearside Rear child seat fitted.

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

engine covers fitted.

tow bar not fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 16 Mar 2015 75,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Mar 2014 60,722 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 52,344 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 52,344 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 43,256 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 33,849 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 KVG is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KVG, 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 EK08 KVG registered?

EK08 KVG is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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