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BF03 LHJ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,104 mi
Last recorded99,104 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 LHJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 99,104 miles

Front Brake balance on limit

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear axle rusty/rusty underside

fuel tank heat shield insecure/rotten

Fail 27 Mar 2017 99,104 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear axle rusty/rusty underside

fuel tank heat shield insecure/rotten

Pass 15 Mar 2016 95,368 miles

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

both front tyres perished

both front wipers deteriated

both rear brake disks lipped

Pass 20 Mar 2015 88,563 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 82,039 miles

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

clutch heavy/juddering

Pass 25 Mar 2014 82,039 miles

clutch heavy/juddering

Pass 18 Mar 2013 73,729 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 68,035 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 64,134 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 54,498 miles

offside wiper blade smearing slightly

park brake lever pulling high indicating that the rear park brake system may require adjustment or repair

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Feb 2009 43,969 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 43,969 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 33,089 miles

rear.pads.low

slight.scores.on.front.discs

Pass 24 Feb 2007 27,140 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 19,648 miles

Front brake pads low

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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BF03 LHJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF03 LHJ, 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 BF03 LHJ registered?

BF03 LHJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BF03 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 LHJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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