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AO03 HTZ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

102,732 mi
Last recorded102,732 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 HTZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 102,732 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 102,732 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 97,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 97,680 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 94,066 miles

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside has surface corrosion throughout. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 89,949 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear and centre silencers (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 87,461 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2019 81,639 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer starting to corrode through and blow slightly in several areas. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 May 2019 81,639 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer starting to corrode through and blow slightly in several areas. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 77,302 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2017 73,316 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 69,562 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 63,207 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 59,320 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 55,452 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 48,737 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 48,737 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2011 42,146 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 37,695 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 33,418 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 28,894 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 24,173 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 18,385 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 HTZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HTZ, 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 HTZ registered?

AO03 HTZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is AO03 HTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 HTZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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