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AO53 MYL

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,203 mi
Last recorded101,203 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 MYL
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 101,203 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2025 101,203 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both side (4.1.2 (c))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 99,147 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 97,157 miles

Exhaust bolts near back box loose - slight leak

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 97,157 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside and Offside (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust bolts near back box loose - slight leak

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 95,553 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 95,553 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 93,288 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side. (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 91,465 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 88,970 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

cosmetic damage all round.

Pass 20 Aug 2018 85,506 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 81,361 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2017 81,361 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 75,460 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 69,600 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2015 69,600 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 62,113 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 52,262 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 41,981 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 36,491 miles

Nearside door mirror glass deteriorated

Rear tyres perishing

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 36,491 miles

Nearside door mirror glass deteriorated

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 24 Sep 2010 33,070 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 28,523 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 24,270 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 19,783 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 16,813 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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AO53 MYL is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AO53 MYL, 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 AO53 MYL registered?

AO53 MYL is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is AO53 MYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 MYL shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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