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EX52 EVJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

78,172 mi
Last recorded78,172 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 EVJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 78,172 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 77,049 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 75,781 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 74,533 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 72,806 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 71,297 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 70,689 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 69,146 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2019 69,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 66,590 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 63,458 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 60,127 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 56,998 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 54,025 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 50,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 46,848 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 44,238 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 41,171 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 37,594 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 32,623 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 27,322 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 22,194 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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EX52 EVJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 EX52 EVJ, 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 EX52 EVJ?

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What year was EX52 EVJ registered?

EX52 EVJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is EX52 EVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 EVJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX52 EVJ have outstanding finance?

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