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AK53 HNJ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

94,883 mi
Last recorded94,883 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 HNJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 94,883 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 92,876 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 91,183 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDERSIDE SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS RUSTING

Pass 30 Nov 2020 89,455 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2019 86,680 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 81,559 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rearbox minor leak and flange corroding thin (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 78,102 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears at rear flexis (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Nov 2017 78,101 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears at rear flexis (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 73,572 miles

Nearside Front headlamp aim low

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

engine cover

Pass 30 Nov 2015 68,512 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

Fail 30 Nov 2015 68,501 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported back box (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

Pass 25 Nov 2014 64,066 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

high level brake light not working

Pass 28 Nov 2013 49,863 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 53,165 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 52,726 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 47,664 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 43,611 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 38,687 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 31,278 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 25,359 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 20,224 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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AK53 HNJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AK53 HNJ, 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.

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What year was AK53 HNJ registered?

AK53 HNJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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