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FA08 JCJ

2008 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

71,953 mi
Last recorded71,953 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 JCJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 71,953 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 71,948 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 69,224 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 69,224 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 67,593 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 63,696 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed pipe to hose pitted (1.1.11 (c))

unable to check outer sills due to covers fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2022 61,148 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and cracking and slight outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2.5mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

seats 6/7 down no seat belts check on them

Pass 16 Jul 2021 56,063 miles

spare wheel corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2021 56,063 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

spare wheel corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2020 50,075 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 47,671 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 47,671 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 45,441 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 42,642 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 39,878 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 34,908 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 34,908 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 33,192 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2013 28,154 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Jul 2013 28,154 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jul 2012 23,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

reversing lamp not working

Fail 25 Jul 2012 23,407 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

reversing lamp not working

Pass 25 Jul 2011 17,550 miles

front numberplate adhesive pads losing grip

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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FA08 JCJ is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 FA08 JCJ, 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 FA08 JCJ registered?

FA08 JCJ is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is FA08 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA08 JCJ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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