Vehicle summary
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 173,627 miles on the clock, averaging 9,581 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 VVT-i engine is known for timing chain and tensioner and piston rings.
MOT & Mileage History for RA55 BVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,627 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,245 |
| Average per year | 9,581 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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.
Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA55 BVS |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RA55 BVS
What car is RA55 BVS?
RA55 BVS is an blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA55 BVS?
The last recorded mileage for RA55 BVS was 173,627 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA55 BVS passed its MOT?
RA55 BVS has had 16 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (16 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.
Is RA55 BVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA55 BVS 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 RA55 BVS?
RA55 BVS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.