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AV53 ALU

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

73,429 mi
Last recorded73,429 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 ALU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 73,429 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

whole under vehicle heavily corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2023 72,686 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 71,316 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 69,310 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 66,890 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 64,163 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 63,304 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 61,618 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 57,711 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 52,919 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 49,264 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 45,326 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Unable to open boot lid from outside

Fail 28 May 2013 45,325 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe/s corroded

N/s/f metal brake pipe corroded poss require attention

N/s/f wiper starting smear screen

O/s/r metal brake pipe corroded poss require attention

Unable to open boot lid from outside

Pass 23 May 2012 44,913 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 44,913 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

195/60/15 88V

Pass 9 Jun 2011 44,499 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 43,276 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 42,609 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 Aug 2008 35,373 miles

NSR brake pipe to flexy corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2007 28,222 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 22,015 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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AV53 ALU 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 90.5%.

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 AV53 ALU, 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

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What year was AV53 ALU registered?

AV53 ALU is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AV53 ALU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 ALU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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