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CX52 LUJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

137,788 mi
Last recorded137,788 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 LUJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 137,788 miles

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

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 136,001 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all around (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 133,897 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 133,897 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 130,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 130,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 2x (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 127,374 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s rear, o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s rear, o/s rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s front, o/s front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 123,491 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 120,489 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 116,114 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 116,106 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect n/s front (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 112,087 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 106,381 miles

rear exchaust shield insecure

Pass 21 Oct 2016 101,271 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 97,863 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 94,124 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 91,055 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 87,435 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 81,429 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 79,693 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 65,669 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 57,148 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 48,077 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 46,317 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 26,684 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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CX52 LUJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 CX52 LUJ, 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 CX52 LUJ registered?

CX52 LUJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is CX52 LUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 LUJ shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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