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EX08 XPA

2008 Toyota Corolla

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,771 mi
Last recorded121,771 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 121,771 miles

windscreen wipers deteriorated

Fail 9 Mar 2020 121,756 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value 1.00 (8.2.2.2 (a))

windscreen wipers deteriorated

Pass 7 Mar 2019 110,235 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 5 Mar 2018 99,930 miles

Engine covers and undertrays

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 90,515 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 79,952 miles

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

all tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Mar 2015 69,587 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 59,186 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 49,077 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 37,680 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

front wiper blades smeary

rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges

Pass 19 Feb 2011 27,250 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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EX08 XPA is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EX08 XPA, 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 XPA registered?

EX08 XPA is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is EX08 XPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XPA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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