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FD02 PLF

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

72,677 mi
Last recorded72,677 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD02 PLF
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 72,677 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Outer head lamp loose

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Outer head lamp loose

Fail 6 Dec 2025 72,531 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Side repeater incorrect colour side repeater showing white light lens missing (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Outer head lamp loose

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Outer head lamp loose

Pass 10 Dec 2024 62,222 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2024 62,222 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 53,273 miles

Corrosion to both inner sill areas

Headlamps deteriorated and damaged (but not insecure)

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 5 Dec 2023 53,273 miles

Corrosion to both inner sill areas

Headlamps deteriorated and damaged (but not insecure)

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Dec 2022 49,325 miles

Corrosion to both rear (inner) sill areas

Damage to offside rear door/ body area (light corrosion)

Headlamps poor

Pass 9 Dec 2021 45,282 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 41,236 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 34,788 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 34,778 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged cord showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged cord showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 31,082 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 27,513 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 24,239 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 20,972 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 17,882 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 17,420 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 16,318 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 16,109 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 14,827 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 13,329 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 11,762 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 8,786 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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FD02 PLF is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FD02 PLF, 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 FD02 PLF registered?

FD02 PLF is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is FD02 PLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD02 PLF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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