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RY53 APX

2003 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

113,188 mi
Last recorded113,188 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 APX
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 113,188 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2018 113,188 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2017 60,445 miles

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

both sides front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 15 Nov 2016 87,299 miles

Both front brake discs are slightly worn

Pass 25 Nov 2015 80,983 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 74,442 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 67,208 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 61,703 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 56,058 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 49,173 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 42,307 miles

exhaust system is corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2008 34,733 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 27,942 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing low on edges

Pass 1 Dec 2006 20,662 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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RY53 APX is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RY53 APX, 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 RY53 APX registered?

RY53 APX is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is RY53 APX safe to buy?

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