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DE52 FBJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,958 mi
Last recorded46,958 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 FBJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 46,958 miles

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

Nearside Front brake dragging slightly

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

beam image clarity poor from both headlamps

Pass 5 Nov 2015 36,880 miles

nearside front brake dragging slightly

Pass 16 Oct 2014 27,344 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,423 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 10,460 miles

front disc slight worn

Pass 5 Oct 2011 5,955 miles

Nearside 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 4 Oct 2010 44,283 miles

Both front wiper blades torn.

Pass 20 Oct 2009 39,910 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 39,904 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 35,004 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 35,004 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 29,564 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 25,042 miles

Nearside 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)

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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DE52 FBJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DE52 FBJ, 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 DE52 FBJ registered?

DE52 FBJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 27 October 2002.

Is DE52 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 FBJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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