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AU53 HZC

2003 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,740 mi
Last recorded133,740 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HZC
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 133,740 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 133,740 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 130,276 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 123,647 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 11 Jan 2018 123,647 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 116,697 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 110,461 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 103,697 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 93,501 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 79,945 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 75,249 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside wiper split, not effecting the view to the front

Pass 17 May 2011 65,821 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 55,937 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 46,763 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 May 2009 46,763 miles

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

Drivers floor mat insecure

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2008 39,829 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Oct 2007 37,892 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear tyre wearing out of shape

Pass 24 Oct 2006 27,886 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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AU53 HZC is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AU53 HZC, 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 AU53 HZC registered?

AU53 HZC is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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