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BG53 USM

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

80,575 mi
Last recorded80,575 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 USM
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 80,575 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2019 80,496 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 76,350 miles

under body has slight corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2017 72,699 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 69,390 miles

NSF cv boot worn

Pass 21 Feb 2015 64,017 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 24 Feb 2014 58,712 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 52,831 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 48,024 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 48,024 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 41,885 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 41,885 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 36,266 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 36,266 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 29,950 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 24,025 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 17,335 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)

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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BG53 USM is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 69,689 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BG53 USM, 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 BG53 USM registered?

BG53 USM is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BG53 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 USM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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