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FG52 FWC

2002 Toyota Corolla

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,947 mi
Last recorded71,947 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 FWC
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 71,947 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 70,887 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 69,713 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 68,216 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 68,216 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Blocked (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 66,534 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 64,993 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 62,811 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 60,943 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 60,943 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 59,217 miles

Inner brake pads not clearly visible at time of test

Pass 6 Jul 2016 57,020 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear brake slight binding

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

Pass 28 May 2015 54,591 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 54,591 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 29 May 2014 52,384 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 50,144 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2012 48,065 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 46,053 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 44,075 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 41,870 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 39,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 39,400 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 36,688 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 36,688 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 33,283 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 33,283 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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FG52 FWC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Green 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 FG52 FWC, 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 FG52 FWC?

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What year was FG52 FWC registered?

FG52 FWC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 12 October 2002.

Is FG52 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG52 FWC shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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