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EK52 YPJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

45,355 mi
Last recorded45,355 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK52 YPJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 45,355 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 44,986 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 44,444 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 43,954 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Timing Cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 43,280 miles

Coolant leak water pump ()

Front Oil leak, but not excessive chain tensioner and front main appear to both be leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front corroded at end near flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front corroded at end near flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

antenna missing

brakes squeaking

key damaged

mirror covers taped on

Fail 25 Oct 2021 43,280 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Coolant leak water pump ()

Front Oil leak, but not excessive chain tensioner and front main appear to both be leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front corroded at end near flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front corroded at end near flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

antenna missing

brakes squeaking

key damaged

mirror covers taped on

Pass 23 Oct 2020 42,387 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 40,585 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 39,100 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 36,576 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 34,225 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear union (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear union (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear brake binding

Pass 29 Oct 2015 31,155 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 29,173 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 28,226 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 27,373 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 25,519 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 24,001 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 22,174 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 20,346 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 18,197 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 15,727 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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EK52 YPJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 EK52 YPJ, 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 EK52 YPJ registered?

EK52 YPJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 6 November 2002.

Is EK52 YPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK52 YPJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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