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AE52 UPV

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,204 mi
Last recorded114,204 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 UPV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 114,204 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 112,514 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 110,163 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2024 110,163 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 107,660 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 104,703 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 102,069 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 100,064 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 100,064 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 97,437 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 94,693 miles

both rear tyres worn close to limit

Pass 12 Jul 2017 92,315 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 89,665 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 89,645 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 87,088 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 83,872 miles

rear tyres wearing at 2-3mm

Fail 15 Jul 2013 80,323 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 80,323 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 76,316 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 72,818 miles

Handbrake grabbing slightly in roller brake test

Pass 27 Sep 2010 69,082 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 62,402 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 55,135 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 48,792 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 48,792 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 39,847 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 39,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 33,441 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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AE52 UPV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 72,400 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 AE52 UPV, 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 24 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 AE52 UPV registered?

AE52 UPV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is AE52 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 UPV shows 28 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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