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AP03 LKC

2003 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

170,786 mi
Last recorded170,786 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 LKC
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2017 170,786 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear handbrake needs attention

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 157,493 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 157,221 miles

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

both side front and rear suspension all components corroded

Fail 17 Sep 2015 157,221 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both side front and rear suspension all components corroded

engine management warning lamp indicates a fault

Pass 28 Aug 2014 155,389 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 146,405 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 139,839 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 139,839 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 132,982 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 132,982 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 128,762 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 123,795 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 123,795 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 122,155 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 54,498 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 54,326 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2006
Fail 22 Jul 2006

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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AP03 LKC is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AP03 LKC, 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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AP03 LKC is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 23 July 2003.

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