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SC52 DXJ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,460 mi
Last recorded83,460 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC52 DXJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 83,460 miles

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 30 Sep 2015 81,136 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 94,897 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 70,151 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 70,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 65,096 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 59,597 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 51,684 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2010 51,684 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 45,455 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 36,207 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 36,207 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 25,233 miles

handbrake has long travel

rear number plate starting to delaminate

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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SC52 DXJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SC52 DXJ, 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 SC52 DXJ registered?

SC52 DXJ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is SC52 DXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC52 DXJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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