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AK02 SVT

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,153 mi
Last recorded147,153 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 SVT
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 147,153 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror head losse (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2021 147,153 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror head losse (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 146,396 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both bushes perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 144,417 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 144,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 132,999 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 132,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 122,096 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 122,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 109,752 miles

Both rear tyres have feathered inside edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 109,752 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Both rear tyres have feathered inside edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Mar 2014 97,874 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

off side front tyre worn out and inside edge

Fail 19 Mar 2013 85,596 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 85,596 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 74,397 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 64,345 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 52,826 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 41,854 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 29,021 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside front fog/driving lamp not functioning

Pass 2 Apr 2007 21,758 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 19,669 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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AK02 SVT is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK02 SVT, 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.

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What year was AK02 SVT registered?

AK02 SVT is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is AK02 SVT safe to buy?

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