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GK09 SVZ

2009 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

147,898 mi
Last recorded147,898 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Toyota Corolla76,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 SVZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 147,898 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 140,041 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 132,694 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 126,129 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 116,756 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2021 116,756 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 109,874 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 99,976 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 89,559 miles

Offside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Fail 26 Mar 2018 89,559 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Pass 22 Mar 2017 81,248 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2016 73,132 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 60,634 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 50,268 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 39,350 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 39,350 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 30,248 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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GK09 SVZ is a 2009 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 76,739 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 GK09 SVZ, 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 17 years old, this Toyota Corolla is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GK09 SVZ?

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What year was GK09 SVZ registered?

GK09 SVZ is a 2009 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 20 April 2009.

Is GK09 SVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK09 SVZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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