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RY53 SYO

2003 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,246 mi
Last recorded130,246 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 SYO
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 130,246 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under the vehicle general corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2024 126,755 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Under the vehicle general muddy

Pass 29 Nov 2023 124,239 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively N/S/R & O/S/R (1.2.1 (f))

Under the vehicle general muddy

Pass 23 Nov 2022 121,351 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 119,485 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.4 (b))

Under the vehicle general muddy

Pass 26 Nov 2020 117,069 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 115,690 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 107,567 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

n/s washer not working

rear axle beam bushes deteriorating

slight bind o/s/f wheel

Pass 13 Nov 2017 102,050 miles

Nearside washer jet bloked

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 95,375 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 95,375 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 93,786 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 91,456 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 86,618 miles

Centre stop light not working

Pass 28 Nov 2012 81,832 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 81,804 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 75,042 miles

Rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 3 Oct 2011 72,825 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 63,235 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 52,221 miles

front brake imbalance 23%

nearside rear tyre inner tread area slightly mis shaped 195/60vr15

rear number plate in poor condition

steel wheel fitted to offside rear same size tyres

Fail 24 Nov 2009 52,221 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

nearside rear tyre inner tread area slightly mis shaped 195/60vr15

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 24 Nov 2008 38,247 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 30,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 22,992 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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RY53 SYO is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SYO, 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 SYO registered?

RY53 SYO is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is RY53 SYO safe to buy?

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