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AP52 FYG

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

137,104 mi
Last recorded137,104 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 FYG
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 137,104 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear inner sills slightly corroded

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

both sides front brakes slightly binding

Pass 20 Oct 2016 133,999 miles

EML is on

Nearside Front Brake is slightly binding

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Oct 2016 133,982 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded middle of inner sill (5.2.6)

EML is on

Nearside Front Brake is slightly binding

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Oct 2015 128,607 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2014 121,662 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 114,946 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/rear tyre sidewall is perished

Pass 16 Oct 2012 107,832 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 102,216 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 95,185 miles

Engine Management light on.

Front brake discs worn, lipped.

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 85,875 miles

Offside headlight, main beam bulb fitted incorrectly, diffused light.

Rear brake pads wearing.

Pass 1 Oct 2008 75,099 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

near side front wiper blade spit

Pass 4 Oct 2007 66,423 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2007 66,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 56,306 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 49,370 miles

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

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

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

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

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 FYG is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 AP52 FYG, 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 AP52 FYG registered?

AP52 FYG is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 19 February 2003.

Is AP52 FYG safe to buy?

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