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DY52 VLU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

142,579 mi
Last recorded142,579 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 VLU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 142,579 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 137,248 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 132,634 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 132,634 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 122,258 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2014 122,258 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 103,235 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 98,486 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 95,080 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 95,080 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 91,921 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 88,644 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 88,641 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 3 Nov 2008 82,137 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 74,956 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 55,647 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 35,037 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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DY52 VLU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DY52 VLU, 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 DY52 VLU registered?

DY52 VLU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is DY52 VLU safe to buy?

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