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CX53 AYA

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,054 mi
Last recorded47,054 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 AYA
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 47,054 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 43,635 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Bush deteriorated. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Bush deteriorated. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Top mount cup corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 43,635 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Bush deteriorated. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Bush deteriorated. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Top mount cup corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 40,350 miles

Fuel filler neck bracket corroded not supporting effectively.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 38,611 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear axle montings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 35,888 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 35,386 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 34,638 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded leading to flexi. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded leading to flexi. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 33,973 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 32,824 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 31,777 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 30,415 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 28,366 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 26,315 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 25,161 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 27,796 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 21,630 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 19,145 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 15,521 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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CX53 AYA is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 CX53 AYA, 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 CX53 AYA registered?

CX53 AYA is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CX53 AYA safe to buy?

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