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DX52 VWU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

104,554 mi
Last recorded104,554 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 VWU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 104,554 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield insec

under side of vehicle corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2022 104,554 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield insec

under side of vehicle corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2021 100,093 miles

exhaust heat shield insec

Fail 6 Sep 2021 100,093 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

exhaust heat shield insec

Pass 9 Sep 2020 94,130 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 89,618 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 84,968 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 84,968 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 81,650 miles

Both front brake discs are lipped

Both front indicators are fading

Both rear coil springs are corroding

Fail 24 Aug 2017 81,649 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Both front brake discs are lipped

Both front indicators are fading

Both rear coil springs are corroding

Pass 19 Aug 2016 79,133 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 76,694 miles

Item removed from drivers view. Front indicators slightly discoloured

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 73,891 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front seatbelt very slow to retract

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2013 69,983 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 65,581 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 61,391 miles

Kerb damage to n/s/r/wheel

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2010 55,567 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 49,285 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 49,285 miles

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 42,085 miles

front brake balance is poor

front brake discs are worn

n/s/r tyre worn low and o/s/r worn

rear pads look low

Pass 16 Aug 2007 34,987 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 28,683 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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DX52 VWU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 DX52 VWU, 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

How do I check the history of DX52 VWU?

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What year was DX52 VWU registered?

DX52 VWU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is DX52 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 VWU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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