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AX52 MDZ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

157,470 mi
Last recorded157,470 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 MDZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 157,470 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 157,470 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 134,606 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 134,471 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 116,704 miles

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

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

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

underbody corrosion in various places

Pass 23 Jan 2019 98,357 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 87,579 miles

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

Nearside Front brake is sticking

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

Fail 25 Jan 2018 87,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front brake is sticking

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 72,202 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 66,779 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 60,415 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 55,524 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 51,626 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 49,289 miles

All brakes binding slightly

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 49,289 miles

All brakes binding slightly

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 47,036 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 45,128 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 41,847 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 38,398 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2007 33,695 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 33,695 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 30,468 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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AX52 MDZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc 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 AX52 MDZ, 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 AX52 MDZ registered?

AX52 MDZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is AX52 MDZ safe to buy?

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