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GU08 WVJ

2008 Toyota Corolla · Diesel · 2231cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine2231cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2008 Toyota Corolla Diesel 2231cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 142,850 miles on the clock, averaging 9,229 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.2 D-4D engine is known for cylinder head gasket and high oil consumption (piston rings/cylinder bores).

MOT & Mileage History for GU08 WVJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,850
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,229

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 reading142,850 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,586
Average per year9,229
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU08 WVJ 106k115k124k134k143k '11'15'13

Check GU08 WVJ

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,850 miles
Since last MOT+6,586 miles
PASS
Mileage136,264 miles
Since last MOT+139 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,125 miles
Since last MOT+5,578 miles
PASS
Mileage130,547 miles
Since last MOT+4,526 miles
PASS
Mileage126,021 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,021 miles
Since last MOT+19,935 miles
PASS
Mileage106,086 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla

These are the most commonly reported problems on Toyota Corolla models (2006–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Cylinder head gasket (multi-layer steel gasket, part 11115-0T010 or supersessions)

High oil consumption (piston rings/cylinder bores)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 WVJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2231cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GU08 WVJ

What car is GU08 WVJ?

GU08 WVJ is a silver Toyota Corolla, diesel (2231cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GU08 WVJ?

The last recorded mileage for GU08 WVJ was 142,850 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU08 WVJ passed its MOT?

GU08 WVJ has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2015.

Is GU08 WVJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU08 WVJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GU08 WVJ?

GU08 WVJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.