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RY53 TXL

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,437 mi
Last recorded90,437 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 TXL
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 90,437 miles

Exhaust noisy also fouling underbody (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

rear seats removed at time of test

Fail 1 Apr 2022 90,433 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy also fouling underbody (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

rear seats removed at time of test

Fail 31 Mar 2022 90,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 83,470 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 79,411 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 67,828 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 67,802 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 61,289 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced n/s and o/s front (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Sep 2017 61,287 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced n/s and o/s front (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Sep 2016 55,010 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 49,814 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 44,621 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 37,641 miles

n\s front tyre inner wall perished

Pass 13 Mar 2008 30,862 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 23,783 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 10,888 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 TXL is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 RY53 TXL, 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 RY53 TXL registered?

RY53 TXL is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is RY53 TXL safe to buy?

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