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2008 Toyota Corolla 2.2L Diesel · GY08 AEA

GY08 AEA

2008 Toyota Corolla (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 170,984 miles. MOT expired on 02 Sept 2024. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
TOYOTA COROLLA
Year / Origin
2008 · Canterbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Sept 2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
170,984 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Sept 2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
2231cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2008 Toyota Corolla is presently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT on 29 August 2023 at 170,984 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance record. At an average of 9,499 miles per year over its 18‑year life, the mileage is typical, yet the jump from 138,773 miles at the 19 August 2021 test to 155,991 miles at the 25 August 2022 test shows a rapid accumulation of 17,218 miles in a single year, after which the reading remained unchanged through the 2023 test. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, test the rear brake calipers for binding, inspect the brake discs for scoring or corrosion, and check the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust, especially given the vehicle’s age and high annual mileage. The absence of recorded defects suggests previous owners maintained the car adequately, but a physical inspection is essential to confirm that consumable items such as tyres and wiper blades have been replaced and that no hidden structural or mechanical issues exist.

GY08 AEA Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2023
  • 170,984 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
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GY08 AEA Mileage History

  1. 25/08/2022155,991 mi
  2. 29/08/2023170,984 mi+14,993 mi
  3. 29/08/2023170,984 mi

Average of roughly 14,843 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

GY08 AEA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 15:20
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Toyota Corolla (GY08 AEA) between August 2022 and August 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY