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SH53 NLZ

2003 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,287 mi
Last recorded100,287 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 NLZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2015 100,287 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2014 90,088 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 78,493 miles

park brake high nearside park brake low

Pass 31 Jan 2012 69,657 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 63,525 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 50,280 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 50,230 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 50,043 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 36,093 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 23,576 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 20,487 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 19,843 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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SH53 NLZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SH53 NLZ, 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 SH53 NLZ registered?

SH53 NLZ is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is SH53 NLZ safe to buy?

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