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LF08 ZYE

2008 Toyota Corolla

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

143,467 mi
Last recorded143,467 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 ZYE
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 143,467 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 134,516 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 134,516 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 123,332 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 112,267 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 101,816 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 90,310 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 90,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2019 73,616 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 58,441 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 53,609 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 47,976 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 44,297 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 44,297 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 37,906 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Apr 2014 37,906 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Apr 2013 32,175 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2012 25,328 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 21,614 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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LF08 ZYE is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LF08 ZYE, 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 LF08 ZYE?

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What year was LF08 ZYE registered?

LF08 ZYE is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LF08 ZYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 ZYE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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