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AV03 WFZ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,518 mi
Last recorded146,518 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 WFZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 146,518 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 146,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced headlight discoloured (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 130,909 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 121,219 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

all 4 tyres close to limits

Pass 10 Feb 2016 111,241 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 111,241 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)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 102,236 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 93,056 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 83,364 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)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 71,987 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 71,987 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 60,658 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 60,654 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 49,826 miles

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

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

light scratching to bonnet

n/s/f and n/s/r wings scratched

scuff mark to n/s of front bumper and n/s and o/s of rear bumper

Pass 11 Feb 2009 41,311 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 36,301 miles

hand brake freeplay needs slight adjustment

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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AV03 WFZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AV03 WFZ, 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 AV03 WFZ registered?

AV03 WFZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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