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DF02 CYC

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

109,503 mi
Last recorded109,503 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF02 CYC
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2024 109,503 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 21 Dec 2023 107,816 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 105,603 miles

shields limiting inspection

Pass 16 Dec 2021 103,782 miles

shields limiting inspection

Fail 14 Dec 2021 103,780 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

shields limiting inspection

Pass 11 Dec 2020 101,021 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 99,188 miles

shields limiting inspection

Pass 21 Dec 2018 96,619 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

shields limiting inspection

Fail 21 Dec 2018 96,619 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

shields limiting inspection

Pass 21 Dec 2017 93,457 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 89,848 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

SHIELDS LIMITING INSPECTION

SLIGHT TEAR IN N/S/F WIPER BLADE

Pass 18 Dec 2015 85,533 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 85,533 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 81,802 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s front brake binding slightly when turned by hand

rear brakes binding slightly when turned by hand

Pass 3 Jan 2014 77,134 miles

offside rear tyre cracked,perished and stepped on inisde edge.

Pass 5 Jan 2013 72,670 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 72,670 miles

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

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)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 67,269 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

both front brake discs badly worn

both rear brake discs worn

Fail 16 Dec 2010 62,098 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 62,098 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 56,691 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 50,916 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 50,916 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 44,831 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 27,872 miles

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

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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DF02 CYC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 DF02 CYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF02 CYC registered?

DF02 CYC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 8 July 2002.

Is DF02 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF02 CYC shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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