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DK52 BWD

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests28 (15 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate53.6%

Mileage

136,975 mi
Last recorded136,975 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 BWD
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 13 fail
Fail 12 Oct 2021 136,975 miles

Nearside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure Heavily corroded and holed (1.1.14 (d))

Offside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure Heavily corroded and holed. (1.1.14 (d))

Headlamp glasses slightly deteriorated, beam patterns slightly dull.

Heavy corrosion to underneath and suspension components.

Pass 30 Nov 2020 135,495 miles

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 135,495 miles

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

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 133,364 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 128,936 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 128,936 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 126,595 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 126,595 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 122,128 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Fail 28 Nov 2016 122,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 118,791 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 118,791 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 113,428 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 107,741 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 107,741 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 104,317 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 104,317 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 96,589 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 96,589 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 24 Nov 2010 87,067 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 87,067 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 77,401 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 77,401 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 66,504 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

unable to fully check outer sills . plastic skirts fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2008 66,504 miles

unable to fully check outer sills . plastic skirts fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2007 55,755 miles

advise o/s/f tyre wearing outer edge.

advise unable to fully inspect outer sills plastic skirts fitted.

Fail 7 Dec 2007 55,755 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advise o/s/f tyre wearing outer edge.

advise unable to fully inspect outer sills plastic skirts fitted.

Pass 14 Dec 2006 44,705 miles

advise hand brake travel

advise unable to check outer sills fully plastic skirts fitted

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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DK52 BWD is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.6%.

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 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 DK52 BWD, 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 DK52 BWD registered?

DK52 BWD is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is DK52 BWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 BWD shows 28 tests with a 53.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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