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A18 ALN

2005 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,546 mi
Last recorded49,546 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Corolla70,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 ALN
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 49,546 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 49,076 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 49,076 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 48,241 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 47,010 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 47,010 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 45,452 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2021 45,452 miles

Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 43,948 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 40,922 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 37,978 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 35,307 miles

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

both front tyres starting to crack

Pass 21 Apr 2016 32,721 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 30,276 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 27,684 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 24,990 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 21,990 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 18,192 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 15,188 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 12,063 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,106 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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A18 ALN is a 2005 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 A18 ALN, 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 A18 ALN registered?

A18 ALN is a 2005 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is A18 ALN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 ALN shows 21 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.

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