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Toyota Corolla MOT Results

Registered in 2003
58.0% pass rate
from 12,673 tests in 2020
(15% better than other 2003 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2003 cars and highlighted areas where the Toyota Corolla is unusually good or bad.

  • 20% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 9.4% fail on Headlamps (72% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 9.4% fail on Headlamp (86% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.087% fail on Headlamp levelling device (80% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0079% fail on Matched pair
    • 4.6% fail on Stop lamp (14% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 4.4% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 3.8% fail on Headlamp aim (15% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.63% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (60% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 2.7% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (13% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Position lamps (27% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 2.4% fail on Position lamp (26% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.055% fail on All position lamps
    • 1.1% fail on Direction indicators (55% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Flashing type (55% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.71% fail on Side repeaters
        • 0.39% fail on Individual direction indicators (76% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.063% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.76% fail on Electrical equipment (24% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.55% fail on Battery(ies) (45% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.18% fail on Horn (67% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.0079% fail on Trailer electrical socket
    • 0.31% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (78% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.31% fail on Rear fog lamp (78% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.30% fail on Rear fog lamp (78% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0079% fail on Switch
    • 0.032% fail on Hazard warning (76% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Switch (76% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.024% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.024% fail on Main beam tell-tale
    • 0.016% fail on Rear reflectors
  • 15% fail on Brakes
    • 8.5% fail on Brake performance
      • 5.1% fail on Service brake performance (67% worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 5.0% fail on Rbt (68% worse than other 2003 cars)
          • 4.2% fail on Service brake performance (72% worse than other 2003 cars)
          • 1.2% fail on Service brake imbalance (69% worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.079% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.055% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.024% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.016% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.016% fail on Service brake performance
      • 3.1% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (27% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 3.1% fail on Rbt (sp) (23% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 1.6% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 1.5% fail on Rbt
          • 1.3% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.21% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.024% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.055% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.032% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.024% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
        • 0.024% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.016% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.0079% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
      • 0.69% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (60% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.68% fail on Rbt (sp) (59% better than other 2003 cars)
          • 0.54% fail on Service brake imbalance (55% better than other 2003 cars)
          • 0.18% fail on Service brake performance (71% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0079% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.0079% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.23% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 4.8% fail on Mechanical brake components (42% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 4.2% fail on Brake linings and pads (90% worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 4.2% fail on Brake pads (89% worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.055% fail on Brake linings (180% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.88% fail on Brake discs and drums (29% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.88% fail on Brake discs (28% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0079% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.10% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (63% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.039% fail on Lever
        • 0.032% fail on Cable (84% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on Brake slack adjuster (6 times worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0079% fail on Linkage
        • 0.0079% fail on Relay lever
    • 2.2% fail on Rigid brake pipes (46% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Parking brake control (110% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Lever (110% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.80% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (37% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.69% fail on Hand lever (120% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Pedal (56% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.66% fail on Flexible brake hoses (57% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.48% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (64% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.38% fail on Anti-lock braking system (66% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Electronic stability control (67% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.15% fail on Hydraulic systems (47% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.016% fail on Servos
      • 0.0079% fail on Reservoirs
    • 0.13% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.13% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
      • 0.0079% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.063% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.032% fail on Other components
      • 0.032% fail on Prescribed areas
        • 0.024% fail on Park brake mechanism/associated mountings (4 times worse than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0079% fail on Other braking system component
    • 0.032% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.024% fail on Servos
      • 0.0079% fail on Leaks
  • 8.5% fail on Visibility
    • 5.4% fail on Wipers (23% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 2.9% fail on Washers (21% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.28% fail on View to rear
      • 0.28% fail on Mirrors
    • 0.20% fail on Driver's view
    • 0.11% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.11% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.032% fail on Bonnet (81% better than other 2003 cars)
  • 7.5% fail on Suspension (58% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 3.1% fail on Anti-roll bars (45% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.4% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.73% fail on Linkage ball joints (59% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.68% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.25% fail on Ball joint (51% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.071% fail on Linkage (85% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (94% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.024% fail on Pins and bushes (94% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Suspension arms (83% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.64% fail on Pins and bushes (74% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Ball joint (93% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Suspension arm (48% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Ball joint dust cover (97% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 1.0% fail on Shock absorbers (25% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.0% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas (55% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.92% fail on Wheel bearings (43% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.90% fail on Springs (75% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.89% fail on Coil springs (75% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.85% fail on Coil spring (76% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.047% fail on Mounting
      • 0.0079% fail on Spring mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.095% fail on Macpherson strut (70% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.039% fail on Pins and bushes (71% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (71% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Macpherson strut
    • 0.095% fail on Sub-frames (81% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.055% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas (73% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.047% fail on Sub-frame (77% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.079% fail on Other suspension component (85% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.024% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.016% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.016% fail on Ball joint (95% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.055% fail on Axles
      • 0.055% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
    • 0.032% fail on Suspension rods (74% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.016% fail on Ball joint dust cover
  • 6.9% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (17% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 6.7% fail on Exhaust emissions (14% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 5.9% fail on Spark ignition (11% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 3.5% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 2.1% fail on Catalyst emissions (32% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.91% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.039% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.016% fail on Oxygen sensor
          • 0.016% fail on NOx sensor
          • 0.0079% fail on Other emission control equipment
        • 0.024% fail on Non catalyst emissions
      • 0.88% fail on Compression ignition (33% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.45% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo (38% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.27% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.087% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.071% fail on Emissions not tested (65% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
        • 0.0079% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0079% fail on Catalytic converter
        • 0.0079% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
    • 0.17% fail on Fluid leaks (75% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Engine oil leaks (78% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.039% fail on Other leaks
      • 0.0079% fail on Transmission oil leaks
    • 0.10% fail on Noise suppression (190% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.079% fail on Undertray (2 times worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Sound deadening material
  • 5.1% fail on Body, chassis, structure (47% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Exhaust system (33% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.4% fail on Transmission (62% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Drive shafts (62% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 1.3% fail on Joints (62% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.0079% fail on Drive shaft
      • 0.047% fail on Prop shafts (75% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.047% fail on Joints (71% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Belts
    • 0.39% fail on Fuel system (36% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.25% fail on Tank (120% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.079% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (72% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.047% fail on Pipe
      • 0.0079% fail on Hose
    • 0.30% fail on Integral vehicle structure (53% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.30% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition (51% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0079% fail on Sub-frame
        • 0.0079% fail on Sub-frame condition
    • 0.29% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.24% fail on Chassis (52% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Chassis condition (51% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.16% fail on Undertray (100% worse than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.095% fail on Body (66% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.055% fail on Other body component (63% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Panel (80% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Body condition
    • 0.087% fail on Seats (67% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.079% fail on Passenger's seat
      • 0.0079% fail on Driver's seat
    • 0.071% fail on Doors (88% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Driver's door (74% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on Catch
        • 0.016% fail on Hinge
      • 0.024% fail on Other passenger's door (92% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.024% fail on Door condition (92% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Front passenger's door (90% better than other 2003 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on Door condition (90% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.032% fail on Floor
    • 0.016% fail on Engine mounting (84% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0079% fail on Engine mounting condition
      • 0.0079% fail on Bracket
    • 0.016% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.016% fail on Boot lid condition
    • 0.0079% fail on Cabs
      • 0.0079% fail on Prescribed areas
  • 5.0% fail on Tyres (30% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 3.4% fail on Tread depth (25% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.6% fail on Condition (43% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.17% fail on Size/type (46% better than other 2003 cars)
  • 1.5% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (53% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Seat belts (39% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.64% fail on Prescribed areas (43% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.36% fail on Condition (39% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.039% fail on Attachment
      • 0.039% fail on Requirements
    • 0.43% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (71% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.032% fail on Airbags
      • 0.032% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 1.1% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 1.1% fail on Registration plates
    • 0.0079% fail on Vehicle Identification Number
  • 0.52% fail on Steering (89% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.29% fail on Steering linkage components (92% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.16% fail on Track rod end (95% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Locking devices (160% worse than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Ball joint (88% better than other 2003 cars)
    • 0.10% fail on Steering gear (87% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Steering rack (86% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0079% fail on Operation
    • 0.063% fail on Power steering (83% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Pipes and hoses (72% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Operation (85% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.0079% fail on Pump
      • 0.0079% fail on Other components
    • 0.032% fail on Electronic power steering
    • 0.024% fail on Steering column
    • 0.016% fail on Steering play (89% better than other 2003 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Steering rack (89% better than other 2003 cars)
  • 0.43% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.31% fail on Attachment
    • 0.12% fail on Condition
    • 0.0079% fail on Hubs
  • 0.024% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.024% fail on Anchorages
  • 0.016% fail on Speedometer and speed limiter
    • 0.0079% fail on Speedometer
    • 0.0079% fail on Speed limiter
      • 0.0079% fail on Speed limiter plate
  • 0.0079% fail on Buses and coaches supplementary tests
    • 0.0079% fail on Passenger grab handles
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