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VU09 WUD

2009 Toyota Corolla

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

167,159 mi
Last recorded167,159 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Toyota Corolla76,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 WUD
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 167,159 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 160,061 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of offside front to rear main pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Mar 2025 160,061 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of offside front to rear main pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 155,254 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 150,043 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 150,043 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 144,193 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2022 144,192 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working no noise from pump (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 139,446 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 134,359 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2020 134,359 miles

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

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

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 123,608 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 123,608 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 114,112 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 102,072 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 90,164 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing thin inside edge

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2015 78,285 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre wearing thin inside edge

Pass 6 Mar 2014 66,318 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 56,740 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on inner edges (3mm)

Fail 19 Feb 2013 56,740 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on inner edges (3mm)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 45,914 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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VU09 WUD is a 2009 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 VU09 WUD, 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 VU09 WUD registered?

VU09 WUD is a 2009 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is VU09 WUD safe to buy?

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