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AV53 VUB

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

123,893 mi
Last recorded123,893 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 VUB
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 123,893 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 118,055 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 111,790 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 111,780 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Flexible hose to caliper leaking brake fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 107,013 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 107,013 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 100,465 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 100,465 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 94,308 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 87,198 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 81,870 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 77,032 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 72,422 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2013 72,420 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

front pads low

Pass 21 Nov 2012 66,967 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 61,028 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)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 54,396 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 54,396 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 48,148 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 41,601 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 34,646 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 27,775 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 VUB is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AV53 VUB, 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 AV53 VUB registered?

AV53 VUB is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is AV53 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 VUB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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