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AO03 EKJ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

80,931 mi
Last recorded80,931 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 EKJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 80,931 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear lamp lens broken

Pass 25 Nov 2024 80,266 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lamp lens damaged

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe elbow corroded

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 78,032 miles

Nearside Rear lamp lens damaged

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

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

underneath of vehicle corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2022 77,147 miles

Nearside Rear damage to lens but not emitting a white light

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

Fail 31 Oct 2022 77,147 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear damage to lens but not emitting a white light

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 76,545 miles

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

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

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

fuel filler neck rusty

Pass 15 Oct 2020 75,693 miles

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 75,038 miles

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

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 70,369 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 64,294 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 59,556 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 54,524 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 51,702 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 51,691 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 51,668 miles

Underside of vehicle rusty and poor in places

Pass 20 Mar 2012 47,502 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 42,964 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 37,974 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 32,525 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 27,474 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 23,151 miles

Corrosion on front brake discs

Number plates deteriorated

Pass 8 Mar 2006 17,321 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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AO03 EKJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 AO03 EKJ, 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 AO03 EKJ registered?

AO03 EKJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is AO03 EKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 EKJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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