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BT52 CYJ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,574 mi
Last recorded108,574 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 CYJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 108,574 miles

Both front brake pipes slight corrosion

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured starting (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has cut - inner sidewall - no cords shown

Nearside Rear Tyre starting crack - cuts - no cords shown

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6m limit - Bald - worn on edge - no cords shown (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake backing plate corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3 - worn on edge - starting crack - cuts - no cords shown - 195 60 R15 88V (4.1.E.1)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (2.4.G.2)

Valve stem slightly damaged all four (4.1.D.1e)

damage to fuel pipes - brake pipes covers

drivers door strap broken

front number plate starting deteriorate - cracked - still visible

Fail 8 Nov 2016 108,136 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated cords shown (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end clip missing (2.2.C.1g)

Both front brake pipes slight corrosion

Damage to fuel pipes and brake pipes covers

Drivers door strap broken

Front number plate starting deteriorating/ cracked - still visible

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured starting (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has cut - inner sidewall - no cords shown

Nearside Rear Tyre starting crack - cuts - no cords

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated no cords shown (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6m limit - Bald - worn on edge - no cords shown - 195 60 R15 88v (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake backing plate corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3 - worn on edge - starting crack - cuts - no cords shown - 195 60 R15 88v (4.1.E.1)

Rear Both rear trailing arm bushes starting deteriorate

Valve stem slightly damaged All four (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 99,126 miles

engine management light is illuminated

Fail 4 Nov 2015 99,126 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light is illuminated

Pass 27 Oct 2014 86,520 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2014 86,416 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 79,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 72,465 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 67,182 miles

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

both front brake discs slightly warped,

Pass 29 Oct 2010 61,209 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 54,226 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 48,334 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel lines have slight damage

Fail 3 Nov 2008 48,333 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front to rear fuel pipes insecure & slight damage

Pass 31 Mar 2008 46,301 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 39,114 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006

Nearside Rear 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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BT52 CYJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BT52 CYJ, 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.

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What year was BT52 CYJ registered?

BT52 CYJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 January 2003.

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