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FA02 AVJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

81,533 mi
Last recorded81,533 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA02 AVJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2013 81,533 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 81,518 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 76,045 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside rear tyre showing signs of parishing

Fail 23 Oct 2012 76,049 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside rear tyre showing signs of parishing

Pass 19 Oct 2011 70,117 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 66,891 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 64,537 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 64,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Fail 7 Oct 2009 59,212 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 59,212 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 54,362 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 48,864 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 48,864 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 43,784 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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FA02 AVJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FA02 AVJ, 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 FA02 AVJ registered?

FA02 AVJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is FA02 AVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA02 AVJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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