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NU55 VKF

2005 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,126 mi
Last recorded54,126 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 VKF
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 54,126 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle heavily coated with black underseal

Fail 27 Jan 2026 54,125 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever has long travel

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle heavily coated with black underseal

Pass 21 Feb 2025 53,233 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL COVERED IN UNDERSEAL (1.1.11 (c))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

UNDERSIDE HEAVLIY UNDERSEALED

Pass 9 May 2024 51,390 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 50,031 miles

all underfloor and suspension parts showing signs of corrosion

Fail 24 May 2023 50,031 miles

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

all underfloor and suspension parts showing signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2021 47,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 47,752 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 43,492 miles

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

corrosion to under body

Pass 22 Oct 2019 42,651 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 41,244 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 39,578 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 37,286 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 33,694 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 30,896 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 30,896 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 29,077 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 26,975 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 24,475 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 21,170 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 17,723 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 13,255 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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NU55 VKF is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NU55 VKF, 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 NU55 VKF registered?

NU55 VKF is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is NU55 VKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU55 VKF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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