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CV03 BWJ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

165,417 mi
Last recorded165,417 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV03 BWJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 165,417 miles

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

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)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 154,383 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 154,383 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2015 143,719 miles

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

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)

rear axle corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2014 134,375 miles

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

Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside andOffside front lamps tarnished imaged not affected

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear axle beam corroded but not weakend

Pass 28 Feb 2013 127,204 miles

Front numberplate cracked

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

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

O/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear fuel pipe slightly corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2012 119,372 miles

Front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 23 Feb 2011 108,560 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 100,380 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 91,476 miles

p/s wiper leaving lines

Pass 20 Feb 2008 81,620 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 68,445 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 54,351 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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CV03 BWJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CV03 BWJ, 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 CV03 BWJ registered?

CV03 BWJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is CV03 BWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV03 BWJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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