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CE53 ZGK

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

105,039 mi
Last recorded105,039 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 ZGK
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 105,039 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2023 105,039 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 97,402 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 88,925 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 84,617 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 77,764 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 74,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 73,205 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 70,999 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 68,257 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 65,850 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 65,850 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 64,073 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 64,073 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2012 61,756 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 56,119 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 5 Jul 2011 56,119 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 7 Jul 2010 49,864 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 44,427 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 37,152 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 24,541 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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CE53 ZGK is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CE53 ZGK, 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 CE53 ZGK registered?

CE53 ZGK is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CE53 ZGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 ZGK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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