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YP56 VTJ

2007 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,655 mi
Last recorded96,655 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Toyota Corolla78,234 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP56 VTJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 96,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2026 96,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 93,088 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 1 Jul 2024 90,169 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 90,169 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement NO RESERVE TRAVEL (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 88,729 miles

handbrake travel

underside corrosion

Pass 18 Oct 2022 86,844 miles

slight underside corrosion

Pass 20 Oct 2021 85,027 miles

handbrake travel

inner sills corroded

rear pads wearing thin

Pass 30 Sep 2020 82,235 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 78,240 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 76,204 miles

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

handbrake travel

Pass 20 Apr 2017 74,213 miles

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND REAR (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 71,609 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 68,021 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 63,622 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 62,525 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 54,375 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 47,169 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 39,165 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 28,646 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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YP56 VTJ is a 2007 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2007 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 78,234 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 YP56 VTJ, 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 19 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 YP56 VTJ?

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What year was YP56 VTJ registered?

YP56 VTJ is a 2007 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 5 January 2007.

Is YP56 VTJ safe to buy?

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