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EY52 OTL

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,658 mi
Last recorded100,658 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY52 OTL
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 100,658 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 96,573 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 92,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 87,280 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 87,280 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 82,686 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 77,675 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Apr 2021 77,662 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2020 73,903 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 62,431 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 62,431 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 57,858 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 54,912 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 50,508 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 50,508 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 43,557 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 37,225 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 34,192 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 31,039 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 26,257 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 22,875 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 19,638 miles

off side rear tyre slightly out of shape

slight oil leak around rear of engine

Fail 12 Jan 2009 19,638 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

off side rear tyre slightly out of shape

slight oil leak around rear of engine

Pass 17 Dec 2007 15,611 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 15,611 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all tyres cracking, front wearing on outer edge.

engine has v/slight oil leak.

Pass 13 Dec 2006 12,168 miles

metal in tread of offside rear tyre

slight dampness round rear of engine

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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EY52 OTL is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EY52 OTL, 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 EY52 OTL registered?

EY52 OTL is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is EY52 OTL safe to buy?

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