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 1398cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 115,336 miles on the clock, averaging 5,865 miles per year, 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 SM05 NWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,336 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,865 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | SM05 NWJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 NWJ
What car is SM05 NWJ?
SM05 NWJ is an black Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 NWJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 NWJ was 115,336 miles, recorded on 2 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 NWJ passed its MOT?
SM05 NWJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2025.
Is SM05 NWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 NWJ 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 SM05 NWJ?
SM05 NWJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.