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DX02 VJZ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,758 mi
Last recorded136,758 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 VJZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 136,758 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 126,485 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 123,294 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 119,035 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 119,033 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

alternator belt covered in oil and weak

Pass 4 Nov 2020 113,252 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 113,252 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 109,435 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 107,036 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 105,971 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 102,792 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 102,127 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 98,645 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 98,645 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 98,633 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 95,587 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 85,150 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2012 88,150 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 72,263 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 63,371 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 56,934 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 49,149 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 40,017 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2006 32,406 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 32,406 miles

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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DX02 VJZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DX02 VJZ, 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 DX02 VJZ registered?

DX02 VJZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is DX02 VJZ safe to buy?

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