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NU55 VKR

2005 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,483 mi
Last recorded27,483 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 VKR
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 27,483 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 27,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 24,090 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 20,155 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 18,266 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 16,488 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 13,462 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2013 13,389 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 13,287 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 13,074 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 12,548 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 11,556 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 9,595 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 9,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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 VKR is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VKR, 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 VKR registered?

NU55 VKR is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is NU55 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU55 VKR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NU55 VKR have outstanding finance?

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