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AP03 LYH

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,016 mi
Last recorded81,016 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 LYH
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 81,016 miles

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

Nearside Front brake binding

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 5 Dec 2024 80,175 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded lower of spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 79,022 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside + offside flexi hoses cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside + offside brake pipes front to rear rusty at flexi joins (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 77,771 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 76,401 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 74,737 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 71,389 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 67,884 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 67,884 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 64,697 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 61,355 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 57,102 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 53,498 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 48,691 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 44,140 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 40,443 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 35,678 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 31,029 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 31,024 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2008 26,447 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 22,107 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 17,661 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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AP03 LYH is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AP03 LYH, 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

How do I check the history of AP03 LYH?

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What year was AP03 LYH registered?

AP03 LYH is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is AP03 LYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 LYH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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