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FD08 SHJ

2008 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

84,268 mi
Last recorded84,268 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 SHJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 84,268 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 82,031 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 78,691 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 75,064 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 70,788 miles

Nearside Front suspension top mount slight play

Pass 30 Oct 2020 67,608 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 61,890 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 56,824 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 54,010 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 49,637 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 44,056 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 37,745 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 37,742 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 29,425 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 19,233 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 16,001 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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FD08 SHJ is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FD08 SHJ, 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

How do I check the history of FD08 SHJ?

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What year was FD08 SHJ registered?

FD08 SHJ is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is FD08 SHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 SHJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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