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FJ02 MRO

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

88,125 mi
Last recorded88,125 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 MRO
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 88,125 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 78,912 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 78,236 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 78,236 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 76,913 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2022 76,913 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded and offside to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 75,457 miles

Both outer sills have covers fitted, making inspection difficult.

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

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

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

Offside mirror requires attention.

Pass 20 Mar 2020 73,732 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 71,966 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 68,071 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

butterfly valves rattling in inlet manifold

Pass 21 Mar 2017 63,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2017 63,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 59,239 miles

nsf tyre outer sidewall has kerb damage no cords or bulges visible

Fail 21 Mar 2016 59,239 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also inner tread feathered (4.1.D.1a)

nsf tyre outer sidewall has kerb damage no cords or bulges visible

Fail 23 Mar 2015 55,198 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 55,198 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 50,897 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 46,786 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 42,806 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 39,081 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 35,063 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 35,063 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 20 Mar 2009 32,355 miles

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 22 Mar 2008 29,037 miles

both front tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 22 Mar 2007 25,572 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 22,070 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 22,070 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)

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

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

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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FJ02 MRO is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 FJ02 MRO, 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 FJ02 MRO?

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What year was FJ02 MRO registered?

FJ02 MRO is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is FJ02 MRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ02 MRO shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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