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EF02 FJV

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

49,806 mi
Last recorded49,806 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 FJV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 49,806 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 31 Jan 2022 49,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 25 Jan 2021 47,623 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test fresheners from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine rattles when under load

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 25 Jan 2021 47,623 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure mis-shaped & stepped tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test fresheners from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine rattles when under load

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread & smooth edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread & smooth edges (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 May 2019 40,581 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2019 40,581 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 31,389 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 24,524 miles

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)

Pass 19 May 2016 16,922 miles

child seats fitted to rear of vehicle

Fail 19 May 2016 76,992 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

child seats fitted to rear of vehicle

Pass 30 May 2015 14,117 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 13,792 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 13,417 miles

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

both front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 12 May 2012 12,469 miles

both front brake discs slighty worn

hazards switch slighty sticking

Fail 12 May 2012 12,469 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all tyres 10 years old

all tyres perished

both front brake discs slighty worn

hazards switch slighty sticking

Pass 24 May 2011 11,297 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 10,959 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 10,404 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 9,731 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2007 9,035 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 7,420 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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EF02 FJV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EF02 FJV, 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 EF02 FJV registered?

EF02 FJV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 13 June 2002.

Is EF02 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF02 FJV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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