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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 73,042 miles on the clock, averaging 3,711 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 SO05 VOB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,042 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,711 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SO05 VOB |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 VOB
What car is SO05 VOB?
SO05 VOB is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 VOB?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 VOB was 73,042 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 VOB passed its MOT?
SO05 VOB has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2025.
Is SO05 VOB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 VOB 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 SO05 VOB?
SO05 VOB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.