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AB08 CFL

2008 Toyota Corolla

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,932 mi
Last recorded66,932 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Corolla82,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 CFL
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 66,932 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 65,742 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 64,228 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 63,035 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 62,110 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 61,159 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 60,759 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 59,960 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 58,751 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 57,713 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 55,767 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 55,762 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 52,127 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 48,416 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 48,416 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 43,522 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 39,461 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 29,733 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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AB08 CFL is a 2008 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 82,149 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 AB08 CFL, 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 18 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 CFL registered?

AB08 CFL is a 2008 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is AB08 CFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 CFL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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