Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 74,004 miles on the clock, averaging 3,645 miles per year, well below 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 ML05 VBF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,004 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 3,645 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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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
| Registration | ML05 VBF |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About ML05 VBF
What car is ML05 VBF?
ML05 VBF is an blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of ML05 VBF?
The last recorded mileage for ML05 VBF was 74,004 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML05 VBF passed its MOT?
ML05 VBF has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2024.
Is ML05 VBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML05 VBF 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 ML05 VBF?
ML05 VBF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.