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Toyota Corolla

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

C8 UPDMOT history

C8 UPD is a grey petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 21 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 160,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

C8 UPD grey Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,998 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 UPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 UPD was last recorded at 160,998 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 7,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,878 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,120 miles
Average per year
6,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,998 miles
  • 2025 – 153,878 miles
  • 2024 – 146,745 miles
  • 2023 – 142,760 miles
  • 2022 – 134,157 miles
  • 2021 – 133,809 miles
  • 2019 – 125,660 miles
  • 2018 – 120,719 miles
  • 2017 – 115,348 miles
  • 2016 – 105,571 miles
  • 2015 – 97,978 miles
  • 2014 – 89,928 miles
  • 2013 – 79,268 miles
  • 2012 – 70,003 miles
  • 2011 – 66,235 miles
  • 2010 – 61,089 miles
  • 2009 – 53,844 miles
  • 2008 – 48,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,998 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Electrical wiring inadequately secured battery lead loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear beam bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,998 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,998 miles
    Test number
    657439758527
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,998 miles (+7,120)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,998 miles
    Test number
    846282167136
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass153,878 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    153,878 miles
    Test number
    252710163982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,745 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    146,745 miles
    Test number
    626032967557
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery lead loose (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail146,743 miles (+3,983)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,743 miles
    Test number
    859554869865
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery lead loose (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass142,760 miles (+8,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    142,760 miles
    Test number
    894504214535
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,157 miles2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    134,157 miles
    Test number
    441139488767
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing / also worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back back tail pipe missing /corroded away
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers don't park

  8. Fail134,156 miles (+347)2 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,156 miles
    Test number
    927920943081
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing / also worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back back tail pipe missing /corroded away
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers don't park

  9. Pass133,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,809 miles
    Test number
    702527709001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,809 miles (+8,149)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,809 miles
    Test number
    982254934219
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass125,660 miles (+4,941)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,660 miles
    Test number
    307798632313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill area near trailing arm mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tip has corroded off rear silencer

  12. Pass120,719 miles (+75)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,719 miles
    Test number
    209769238402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear beam bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Beam bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust tailpipe missing
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail120,644 miles (+5,296)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,644 miles
    Test number
    189161969864
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear beam bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Beam bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust tailpipe missing
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass115,348 miles (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,348 miles
    Test number
    277178083326
    • AdvisoryBackbox tailpipe missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail115,315 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,315 miles
    Test number
    888655639800
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box missing tail pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Fail115,315 miles (+9,744)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,315 miles
    Test number
    682282399737
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Offside inner (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box missing tail pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass105,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    105,571 miles
    Test number
    810539017336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail105,571 miles (+7,593)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,571 miles
    Test number
    126530928059
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail97,978 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,978 miles
    Test number
    127819665139
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass97,978 miles (+8,050)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    97,978 miles
    Test number
    827539065160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass89,928 miles (+10,660)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    89,928 miles
    Test number
    538301064145
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront pads at 4mm

  22. Pass79,268 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,268 miles
    Test number
    738184063154
    • NoteVSC light on
    • NoteTraction light on

  23. Fail79,259 miles (+9,256)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,259 miles
    Test number
    619123963130
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteVSC light on
    • NoteTraction light on

  24. Pass70,003 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,003 miles
    Test number
    829139452153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,235 miles (+5,146)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,235 miles
    Test number
    796104831151
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded

  26. Pass61,089 miles (+7,245)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,089 miles
    Test number
    874364810139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,844 miles (+5,125)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,844 miles
    Test number
    274334509476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,719 miles
    Test number
    614370488069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 UPD

Does C8 UPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 UPD is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 UPD?
The MOT on C8 UPD is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 UPD done?
C8 UPD was recorded at 160,998 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 6,257 miles a year.
Has C8 UPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 UPD has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 UPD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C8 UPD find?
C8 UPD passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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