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EX08 DYS

2008 Toyota Corolla

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

97,867 mi
Last recorded97,867 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 DYS
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 97,867 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 89,130 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 81,462 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 81,446 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp front and rear (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both side and middle lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 72,976 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 72,976 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 64,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 64,158 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 62,695 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 59,476 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 53,733 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 47,472 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 40,539 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 35,456 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Mar 2014 30,306 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside front tyre getting low on edges

Pass 16 Mar 2013 26,022 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 21,769 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,586 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 16,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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EX08 DYS is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 2,231cc diesel 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 EX08 DYS, 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 EX08 DYS registered?

EX08 DYS is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is EX08 DYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 DYS 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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