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AO03 VRY

2003 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,570 mi
Last recorded142,570 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 VRY
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 142,570 miles

parking brake just achjeves required efficiency 16%

Fail 17 Dec 2020 142,570 miles

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

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

parking brake just achjeves required efficiency 16%

Pass 28 Jun 2019 133,234 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 113,101 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 127,837 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 127,837 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 122,301 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 112,580 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 112,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 101,943 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 95,314 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 85,755 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 May 2012 75,952 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 66,506 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 66,506 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 57,884 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 50,331 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 43,454 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 33,740 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 25,685 miles

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

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 VRY is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VRY, 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 VRY registered?

AO03 VRY is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is AO03 VRY safe to buy?

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