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A17 BGH

2003 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

74,532 mi
Last recorded74,532 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 BGH
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 74,532 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Underbody Covered With Underbody Seal

Pass 26 Nov 2024 64,378 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 64,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 61,065 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 58,112 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 55,467 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 55,464 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 52,704 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 49,722 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 46,510 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 43,380 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 41,280 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 39,762 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 38,887 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 37,327 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 36,247 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 34,418 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 32,668 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 31,950 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 31,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 29,478 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 26,538 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 24,128 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Corolla?

Based on 4,239,724 MOT tests across 329,089 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,528
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
329,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 151,978
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 93,312
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,778
position lamp(s) not working 57,990
Brake pipe excessively corroded 51,013
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A17 BGH is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 69,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Corolla fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 151,978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 BGH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Corolla typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A17 BGH registered?

A17 BGH is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is A17 BGH safe to buy?

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