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BK53 HCU

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

120,575 mi
Last recorded120,575 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 HCU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 120,575 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 117,953 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 117,949 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 115,516 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 111,537 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

O/S inner sill slight corrosion

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 107,179 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Sep 2019 107,179 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 102,332 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 99,893 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 94,654 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 88,280 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 82,421 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 73,934 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 67,424 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 60,038 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 53,595 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 47,099 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 40,940 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 32,228 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 25,128 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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BK53 HCU is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BK53 HCU, 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 BK53 HCU registered?

BK53 HCU is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is BK53 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 HCU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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