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DA52 VMR

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,057 mi
Last recorded113,057 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 VMR
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 113,057 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 110,612 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 107,733 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 104,192 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 104,192 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Dec 2021 99,595 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 95,206 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 91,455 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 91,455 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 87,367 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 87,367 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 83,300 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 83,300 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2017 79,135 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 73,868 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 73,868 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 69,072 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 64,435 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 58,674 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 58,674 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 53,467 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 49,243 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 44,342 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 44,342 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 38,260 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 32,392 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 25,932 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 20,186 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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DA52 VMR is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 DA52 VMR, 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 DA52 VMR registered?

DA52 VMR is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is DA52 VMR safe to buy?

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