2004 Toyota Corolla 1.6L Petrol · GU04 FGC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent inspection, despite historical failures. The final MOT test conducted in June 2022 at 151,976 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car was in mechanically sound condition at that time. This represents a significant improvement over the previous periods in 2019 and 2020 where faults were identified and subsequently rectified. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between June 2019 and June 2022, the car covered 10,202 miles, showing a regular usage pattern. However, there is a concerning gap in the records following the June 2022 test. Given the current date in June 2026, the vehicle is four years overdue, and age-related components like rubber bushings and fluid systems are subject to degradation regardless of low mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the sills and rear suspension mounting. While the recent records are clean, the previous failures in 2019 and 2020 suggest a history of mechanical wear or emission issues that required attention. Check for signs of corrosion on the exhaust and verify the condition of the brake lines, as the vehicle has not undergone a certified inspection for four years, increasing the likelihood of perished seals or seized caliper components.