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EX08 DZB

2008 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

118,112 mi
Last recorded118,112 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 DZB
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 118,112 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 28 Nov 2024 118,112 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 117,238 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2022 114,927 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2021 111,369 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 111,369 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 105,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 100,695 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2019 100,695 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 93,719 miles

Battery loose, Not insecure

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2018 93,718 miles

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

Battery loose, Not insecure

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2017 82,539 miles

offside rear tyre worn low inner edge

Fail 15 Apr 2017 82,539 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn low inner edge

Pass 14 May 2016 77,102 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 67,581 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2014 58,383 miles

NSR tyre feathering on inner edge

NSR tyre wall perishing

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

OSR tyre feathering on inner edge

OSR tyre wall perishing

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 47,455 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 47,455 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 36,792 miles

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

rear tyres slightly out of shape inner treads

wiper blades slightly worn front

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 DZB is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 EX08 DZB, 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 EX08 DZB registered?

EX08 DZB is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is EX08 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 DZB shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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