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BV53 YJA

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

68,021 mi
Last recorded68,021 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 YJA
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 68,021 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s/f and o/s/f (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))

did not lock on rear both hand brake

Pass 4 Oct 2023 67,855 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 60,352 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 54,702 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 50,331 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 46,191 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 42,209 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 36,951 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 34,941 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tread

Fail 18 Aug 2016 34,941 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear nail in tread

Pass 14 Aug 2015 33,188 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 31,462 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2013 29,650 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 27,791 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 26,011 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 26,011 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,040 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 21,861 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 20,065 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 17,748 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 15,437 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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BV53 YJA is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BV53 YJA, 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 BV53 YJA registered?

BV53 YJA is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BV53 YJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 YJA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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