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NK55 YLZ

2005 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

82,927 mi
Last recorded82,927 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 YLZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 82,927 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 82,927 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2024 81,730 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2024 81,727 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 79,991 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2023 79,991 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 77,650 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 76,486 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both between grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2021 76,486 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both between grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 74,066 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 68,634 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 63,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 57,246 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 51,341 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 45,404 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 38,378 miles

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

Nearside front tyre slightly cut

Offside front tyre slightly perished

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 May 2013 32,732 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front tyre slightly cut

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 May 2012 26,149 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 22,562 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 17,586 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 12,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 12,482 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 9,513 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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NK55 YLZ is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 NK55 YLZ, 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 NK55 YLZ registered?

NK55 YLZ is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is NK55 YLZ safe to buy?

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