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AU02 KWT

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

131,698 mi
Last recorded131,698 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 KWT
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 131,698 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

plastic sill covers fitted

slight blow on exhaust

Fail 15 Jun 2021 131,693 miles

Central Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

plastic sill covers fitted

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 24 Jun 2020 131,184 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 131,179 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 130,203 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2019 130,188 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 129,232 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 129,103 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 128,169 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear at ends (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lens faded/beam image poor (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 127,302 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both lamps (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 May 2015 119,485 miles

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

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

headlights deteriorated

noise from engine

Pass 22 May 2015 119,485 miles

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

headlights deteriorated

noise from engine

Pass 30 May 2014 112,748 miles

headligjhts deterioraterd

Pass 21 May 2013 104,648 miles

both head light lens in poor condition

Fail 30 May 2012 97,862 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 May 2012 97,862 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 91,172 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 91,172 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 84,235 miles

rattle from inlet manifold area

Pass 1 Jun 2009 75,274 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 75,273 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 66,205 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 54,625 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 43,795 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 43,532 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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AU02 KWT is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 AU02 KWT, 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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AU02 KWT is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 27 March 2002.

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