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SH53 OFL

2003 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

63,424 mi
Last recorded63,424 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 OFL
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 63,424 miles

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 62,812 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2018 61,119 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 59,178 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 56,915 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 55,157 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 55,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 52,395 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 48,896 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 45,446 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 42,757 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 39,322 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 36,599 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 31,200 miles

n/s rear tyre punchture

Fail 20 Sep 2007 25,424 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 25,424 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 19,500 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 OFL is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OFL, 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 SH53 OFL registered?

SH53 OFL is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is SH53 OFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 OFL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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