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SJ09 VLT

2009 Toyota Corolla

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,023 mi
Last recorded91,023 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Toyota Corolla76,739 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ09 VLT
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 91,023 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 91,023 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2020 87,255 miles

n/s/f shock absorber very corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2019 73,004 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

both rear shockers corroded

front wiper blades worn

Pass 31 Jan 2018 64,271 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 64,271 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 57,698 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Feb 2017 57,695 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 51,842 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 44,536 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 32,843 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 23,714 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 14,458 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 14,458 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)

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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SJ09 VLT is a 2009 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 76,739 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 SJ09 VLT, 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 17 years old, this Toyota Corolla is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ09 VLT registered?

SJ09 VLT is a 2009 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is SJ09 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ09 VLT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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