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NV55 FVU

2005 Toyota Corolla

Blue Diesel 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

89,872 mi
Last recorded89,872 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 FVU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 89,872 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All Hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Corrosion Through Out Under Body , Braking And All Suspension Components

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens Clouded / Deteriorated. Beam Pattern Just Visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens Clouded / Deteriorated. Beam Pattern Just Visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Under Body And Outer Sill Covers Fitted

Fail 31 Oct 2025 89,860 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front To Rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All Hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Corrosion Through Out Under Body , Braking And All Suspension Components

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens Clouded / Deteriorated. Beam Pattern Just Visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens Clouded / Deteriorated. Beam Pattern Just Visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Under Body And Outer Sill Covers Fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2024 85,334 miles

Corrosion Through Out Under Body , Braking And All Suspension Components

Engine , Under Body And Outer Sill Covers fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens Clouded / Deteriorated. Beam Pattern Just Visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens Clouded / Deteriorated. Beam Pattern Just Visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 82,605 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 81,909 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 81,251 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 80,371 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 78,540 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 75,481 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 70,803 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 66,025 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 60,691 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 54,125 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 48,402 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 41,841 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)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 36,918 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 32,122 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 24,846 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 20,388 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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NV55 FVU is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 NV55 FVU, 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

How do I check the history of NV55 FVU?

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What year was NV55 FVU registered?

NV55 FVU is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is NV55 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV55 FVU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NV55 FVU have outstanding finance?

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