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RY03 PXV

2003 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

160,788 mi
Last recorded160,788 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 PXV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 160,788 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 139,272 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear vehicle damage

Fail 8 May 2018 139,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2017 124,442 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 May 2016 112,603 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 93,724 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 77,259 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)

Pass 25 May 2013 73,285 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2013 73,285 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 69,516 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 28 May 2011 64,468 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 56,837 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 56,837 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2009 50,760 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 40,941 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 37,852 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 31,315 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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RY03 PXV is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RY03 PXV, 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 RY03 PXV registered?

RY03 PXV is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is RY03 PXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 PXV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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