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EF02 VMJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,898 mi
Last recorded67,898 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 VMJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 67,898 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive with in 30 cm of suspension mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

cracking in both rear tyre treads

Fail 30 Jun 2021 67,898 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive with in 30 cm of suspension mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

cracking in both rear tyre treads

Pass 30 Jun 2020 64,731 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All Rear ()

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear At Rear Corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Door Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Perishing In Tread Area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 64,731 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All Rear ()

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear At Rear Corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Door Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Perishing In Tread Area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) not working High Level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 61,640 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 57,912 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 54,293 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 49,609 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 45,419 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 41,563 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside wiper blade worn

offside rear tyre uneven wear

slight imbalance in front brakes

Pass 9 Jul 2013 36,637 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 33,282 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 30,668 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 27,440 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 24,582 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 20,251 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 16,904 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 13,432 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 VMJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EF02 VMJ, 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.

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What year was EF02 VMJ registered?

EF02 VMJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 8 July 2002.

Is EF02 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF02 VMJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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