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RY53 TXN

2003 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

131,549 mi
Last recorded131,549 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 TXN
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 131,549 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2017 131,291 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both 1956015 (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box joint (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 116,817 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 110,920 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 104,518 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 104,517 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 6 Dec 2013 97,610 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 97,610 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 90,558 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 82,878 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 75,407 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 67,798 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

os/f slightly loose

Fail 14 Dec 2009 67,657 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

os/f slightly loose

Pass 22 Dec 2008 61,334 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 61,331 miles

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

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

nsr wearing out of shape

Pass 10 Dec 2007 52,785 miles

front brake discs lipped

Pass 8 Dec 2006 39,581 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 TXN 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 70.6%.

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 TXN, 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 TXN registered?

RY53 TXN is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is RY53 TXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY53 TXN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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