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NL55 MJF

2005 Toyota Corolla

Silver Diesel 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

98,133 mi
Last recorded98,133 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 MJF
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 98,133 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 98,132 miles

Offside Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged pickup ring (1.6 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 92,213 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 92,203 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 85,850 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2022 85,841 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 79,809 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 74,606 miles

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 13 Aug 2020 74,595 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 26 Jul 2019 68,022 miles

Nearside Rear Shocker Has Slight Corrosion

Offside Rear Shocker Has Slight Corrosion

Fail 20 Jul 2019 67,934 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shocker Has Slight Corrosion

Offside Rear Shocker Has Slight Corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2018 62,617 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 62,617 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 61,827 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 61,014 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 59,401 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 58,354 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 55,598 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 54,662 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 52,689 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 50,811 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 42,059 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 31,884 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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NL55 MJF is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NL55 MJF, 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 NL55 MJF registered?

NL55 MJF is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is NL55 MJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL55 MJF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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