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TOYOTA COROLLA2003 · 1.6L PETROL

FE53 ACJ

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TOYOTA COROLLA (2003, PETROL, 1598cc) — mileage recorded at 72,586. MOT status: valid. Road tax: paid. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Valid
Expires 24/10/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/11/2026
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2003
Engine
1598cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection in October 2025 at 72,586 miles resulted in no defects recorded, indicating that the car is currently in a clean mechanical state. This follows a series of clean passes in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the vehicle has remained well-maintained and free from significant failures over the last several years. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,156 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the car covered 21,201 miles, which confirms a consistent low-usage pattern. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts due to age alone. The single recorded failure in October 2023 at 57,542 miles, followed immediately by a pass the next day, suggests a minor issue that was rectified quickly without indicating a chronic mechanical fault. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and underbody, as low-mileage older vehicles often suffer from hidden corrosion if stored in damp environments. Inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines for signs of cracking or perish, as these components become brittle regardless of mileage. Since the MOT record shows no recurring advisories, verify that the brake calipers are not binding and ensure the tyres have not developed flat spots from long periods of standing.

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85
/ 100 · Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection in October 2025 at 72,586 miles resulted in no defects recorded, indicating that the car is currently in a clean mechanical state. This follows a series of clean passes in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the vehicle has remained well-maintained and free from significant failures over the last several years. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,156 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the car covered 21,201 miles, which confirms a consistent low-usage pattern. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts due to age alone. The single recorded failure in October 2023 at 57,542 miles, followed immediately by a pass the next day, suggests a minor issue that was rectified quickly without indicating a chronic mechanical fault. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and underbody, as low-mileage older vehicles often suffer from hidden corrosion if stored in damp environments. Inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines for signs of cracking or perish, as these components become brittle regardless of mileage. Since the MOT record shows no recurring advisories, verify that the brake calipers are not binding and ensure the tyres have not developed flat spots from long periods of standing.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2003 Toyota Corolla (FE53 ACJ), we found 5 MOT results in the period of October 2022 to October 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Windscreen (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 8 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))”.

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