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GP55 VGL

2005 Toyota Corolla · Petrol · 1398cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1398cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 23,994 miles on the clock, averaging 16,705 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 VVT-i engine is known for 4zz-fe and piston rings (sticking/seizure).

MOT & Mileage History for GP55 VGL

MOT Status
Due date passed
23,994
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
16,705

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading23,994 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,824
Average per year16,705
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GP55 VGL 7k11k16k20k24k '08'09'08

Check GP55 VGL

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage23,994 miles
Since last MOT+16,824 miles
PASS
Mileage7,170 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage7,169 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla

These are the most commonly reported problems on Toyota Corolla models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

4ZZ-FE

Piston rings (sticking/seizure)

Rings stick in the pistons due to design flaws, leading to poor sealing.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 VGL
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1398cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About GP55 VGL

What car is GP55 VGL?

GP55 VGL is a red Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.

What is the mileage of GP55 VGL?

The last recorded mileage for GP55 VGL was 23,994 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP55 VGL passed its MOT?

GP55 VGL has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Oct 2009.

Is GP55 VGL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP55 VGL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GP55 VGL?

GP55 VGL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.