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SH03 EBH

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,851 mi
Last recorded91,851 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 EBH
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 91,851 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NS/OS (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS/OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Mirror Cap Missing

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn NS/OS (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Underbody Surface Corrosion

Fail 26 Nov 2025 91,851 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NS/OS (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS/OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Mirror Cap Missing

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn NS/OS (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Underbody Surface Corrosion

Pass 22 Nov 2024 86,222 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NS/OS (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS/OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Slight Underbody Corrosion at Rear

Fail 22 Nov 2024 86,222 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NS/OS (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS/OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Slight Underbody Corrosion at Rear

Pass 11 Nov 2023 80,881 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

underbody surface corrosion front to rear

Fail 11 Nov 2023 80,881 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

underbody surface corrosion front to rear

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 72,202 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 61,125 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 56,484 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2019 49,598 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 48,383 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 46,775 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 44,839 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 42,705 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 39,982 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 37,493 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 34,278 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 31,040 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 31,040 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 5 May 2010 27,662 miles

both front and rear registration plates are slightly discoloured

Pass 9 Apr 2009 24,147 miles

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

handbrake has slight travel

n/s/f tyre close to wear bars

Pass 17 Apr 2008 21,742 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 67,093 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 27,863 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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SH03 EBH is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SH03 EBH, 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 SH03 EBH registered?

SH03 EBH is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is SH03 EBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 EBH shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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