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BN03 LJV

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

88,945 mi
Last recorded88,945 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 LJV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 88,945 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 88,135 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 27 Dec 2017 87,372 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear pipe is damaged (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Wipers smearing

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Steering column damaged but serviceable Slight knocking noise (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 23 Dec 2017 87,355 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Wipers smearing

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Steering column damaged but serviceable Slight knocking noise (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 85,205 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil leak

steering rack has slight ply

Pass 3 Dec 2015 82,928 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2015 82,928 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 79,586 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 31 Dec 2013 77,338 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 77,338 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 75,417 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 75,417 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 30 Dec 2011 72,647 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 30 Dec 2011 72,647 miles

Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 11 Dec 2010 69,823 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 67,093 miles

Battery insecure

Nail in front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 Nov 2008 63,175 miles

Battery insecure

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 1 Jun 2007 57,835 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 53,520 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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BN03 LJV is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN03 LJV, 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 BN03 LJV registered?

BN03 LJV is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BN03 LJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 LJV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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