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NJ55 YFP

2005 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

85,772 mi
Last recorded85,772 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ55 YFP
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 85,772 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 76,569 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 66,601 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 57,269 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 47,927 miles

UNDERBODY COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Pass 23 Sep 2020 43,934 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 43,659 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 43,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 42,279 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 40,890 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/S and N/S rear inner sills slightly corroded within 30cm of suspension components

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 39,718 miles

All four tyres have cracks in sidewall s to tread

Brake discs slightly corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside front to flexy hose slightly corroded brake pipe

Rear brake pipes front to rear to flexy hoses slightly rusted

Fail 15 Sep 2016 39,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

All four tyres have cracks in sidewall s to tread

Brake discs slightly corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside front to flexy hose slightly corroded brake pipe

Rear brake pipes front to rear to flexy hoses slightly rusted

Pass 15 Sep 2015 38,249 miles

Both rear brake pipes to flexy hoses corroded slightly

Near side rear tyre sidewall to tread cracked slightly

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Tested in wet conditions

Pass 18 Sep 2014 36,533 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 35,216 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 33,316 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 31,933 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 30,875 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 29,269 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 27,331 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 26,284 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 26,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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NJ55 YFP is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 70,401 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 NJ55 YFP, 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 21 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 NJ55 YFP registered?

NJ55 YFP is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is NJ55 YFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ55 YFP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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