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NL55 XVB

2005 Toyota Corolla

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

159,387 mi
Last recorded159,387 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 XVB
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 159,387 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 153,086 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 146,595 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 138,434 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 129,388 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 118,457 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 108,740 miles

Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.2.C.1c)

Front Oil leak ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

Rear Nail in tyre Both sides ()

Under vehicle structure corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2016 99,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear inner sill slightly corroded.

Offside Rear inner sill slightly corroded.

engine covers fitted.

tow bar not fitted.

under trays fitted.

Fail 8 Aug 2016 99,430 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear inner sill slightly corroded.

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear inner sill slightly corroded.

engine covers fitted.

tow bar not fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 24 Aug 2015 92,559 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 91,040 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 90,612 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 83,182 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 75,593 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 68,177 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2009 62,684 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2009 62,684 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 47,073 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 XVB is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 NL55 XVB, 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.

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What year was NL55 XVB registered?

NL55 XVB is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is NL55 XVB safe to buy?

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