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SA53 EMF

2003 Toyota Corolla

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,200 mi
Last recorded126,200 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA53 EMF
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 126,200 miles

Headlamp aim beam image

Nearside Rear Brakes hose secure incorrect

Nearside Rear Child seat can not check seat belt

Offside Rear Brake hose slit perish

Pass 1 Jul 2016 121,702 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 110,132 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 104,304 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

front washers poor

long foot brake travel

Pass 8 Jul 2014 104,304 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

front washers poor

long foot brake travel

Pass 5 Jul 2013 100,886 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 89,173 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine management light on

offside front door check strap broken

Pass 15 Jul 2011 79,789 miles

washer bottle cap missing,engine undertray loose,handbrake travel,offside front tyre wearing on edges,nearside rear brake disc has been replaced/rear pads also,handbrake noisey in oiperation

Pass 19 Jun 2010 69,078 miles

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

offswide door check broken

Fail 19 Jun 2010 69,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

offswide door check broken

Pass 3 Dec 2008 56,966 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 46,860 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 39,689 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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SA53 EMF is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 SA53 EMF, 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 SA53 EMF registered?

SA53 EMF is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is SA53 EMF safe to buy?

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