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AU52 XWA

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,281 mi
Last recorded153,281 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 XWA
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 153,281 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear brakes slight binding

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 145,198 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

handbrake application uneven

Pass 4 Sep 2018 137,386 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 127,727 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 127,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 111,440 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 96,039 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

child seats fitted in rear

Fail 19 Aug 2015 96,034 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

child seats fitted in rear

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 21 Mar 2014 89,309 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 89,309 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 88,844 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 88,844 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 81,699 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 73,615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 65,374 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 56,919 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 50,337 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 45,622 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 45,622 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 37,515 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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AU52 XWA is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU52 XWA, 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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AU52 XWA is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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