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BN53 SXC

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

93,040 mi
Last recorded93,040 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 SXC
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 93,040 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 90,269 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 87,795 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 84,485 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 81,242 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 78,174 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 75,941 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 74,388 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 72,907 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 71,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and cracking (4.1.E.1)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 64,222 miles

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

some plastic covers

Pass 1 Nov 2014 54,959 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres inner walls starting to split

high viz brake light not working

wipers slightly smearing

Fail 1 Nov 2014 54,959 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres inner walls starting to split

high viz brake light not working

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 15 Oct 2013 47,429 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2013 47,429 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 41,122 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 36,353 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 32,182 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 27,937 miles

osr tyre startin to crack

rear brake pads low

Pass 25 Oct 2008 23,406 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 25 Oct 2008 23,406 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 25 Oct 2007 17,930 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 11,847 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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BN53 SXC is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 BN53 SXC, 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

How do I check the history of BN53 SXC?

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What year was BN53 SXC registered?

BN53 SXC is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BN53 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 SXC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN53 SXC have outstanding finance?

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