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AF53 UGZ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

161,032 mi
Last recorded161,032 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UGZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 161,032 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 149,502 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 5 Sep 2017 149,502 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 138,067 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside mirror damaged

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear inner sills corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2015 124,894 miles

Offside wing mirror cover missing

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 112,950 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 100,497 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 90,203 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 90,203 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front discs lipped

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

OSR tyre getting low/ Stepped

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 81,364 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 72,466 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 62,737 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 52,971 miles

near side and off side rear tyres slightly out of shape and near side rear down to 2.5mm

Pass 20 Aug 2007 42,569 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHT OUT OF SHAPE [195/60/15V

Pass 25 Aug 2006 32,089 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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AF53 UGZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AF53 UGZ, 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 AF53 UGZ registered?

AF53 UGZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is AF53 UGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 UGZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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