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DE52 FXU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,321 mi
Last recorded125,321 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 FXU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 125,321 miles

Central Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2019 125,321 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 120,189 miles

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

front brakes slight bind

Pass 11 Feb 2017 114,844 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 100,109 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 92,568 miles

Head lamp lenses deteriorated. Immage just visible

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 84,434 miles

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

Headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated. Immage ok

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

Fail 30 Nov 2012 84,434 miles

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

Headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated. Immage ok

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 76,471 miles

Head lamp lenses starting to deteriorate. Immage ok

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)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 65,047 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 44,404 miles

advise wear to front discs

Fail 4 Jun 2009 44,404 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)

advise wear to front discs

Pass 15 Sep 2008 40,100 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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DE52 FXU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FXU, 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 FXU registered?

DE52 FXU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 9 December 2002.

Is DE52 FXU safe to buy?

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