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AP52 FNJ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,283 mi
Last recorded145,283 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 FNJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 145,283 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2019 145,280 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 136,965 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 136,962 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door mirror glass (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 128,197 miles

1.plastic sill covers fitted at time of test 2.off side fuel tank strap becoming corroded 3.near side rear tyre at legal limits worn on outside edge

Fail 17 Oct 2017 128,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

1.plastic sill covers fitted at time of test 2.off side fuel tank strap becoming corroded 3.near side rear tyre at legal limits worn on outside edge

Pass 24 Oct 2016 118,839 miles

2. Slight damage to windscreen.

3. Front brake discs becoming distorted.

Fail 18 Oct 2016 118,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

1. Offside front tyre near legal limits and is becoming perished.

2. Slight damage to windscreen.

3. Front brake discs becoming distorted.

Pass 9 Oct 2015 111,655 miles

1. Undersides of sills not fully tested due to sill covers.

2. Rear brake pads wearing low.

Fail 8 Oct 2015 111,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

1. Undersides of sills not fully tested due to sill covers.

2. Rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 18 Nov 2014 105,196 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 105,018 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 96,285 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 88,251 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 86,223 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 83,748 miles

both front brake discs have wear

o/s/f brake pads getting low

Pass 15 Jan 2010 74,188 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn low

nearside rear tyre showing cracks

Pass 16 Jan 2009 66,182 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2008 59,747 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 54,791 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 48,980 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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AP52 FNJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AP52 FNJ, 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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AP52 FNJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 January 2003.

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