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FE52 RPZ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,349 mi
Last recorded76,349 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 RPZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 76,349 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 73,920 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 73,876 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 72,080 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 70,324 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 68,327 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 68,327 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 66,508 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 64,321 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 62,204 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 60,509 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 58,094 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 54,642 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 54,642 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 51,342 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 48,059 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 43,757 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 39,367 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 35,756 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 35,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 32,078 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 26,504 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 22,868 miles

front disc pads 70% worn

Pass 9 Aug 2006 18,912 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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FE52 RPZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FE52 RPZ, 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 FE52 RPZ?

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What year was FE52 RPZ registered?

FE52 RPZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is FE52 RPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 RPZ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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