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FJ52 LJC

2002 Toyota Corolla

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

143,084 mi
Last recorded143,084 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 LJC
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 143,084 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2025 143,084 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 125,893 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlamps are hazy (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak at back of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 103,395 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak at back of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 103,394 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn low in tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn low close to cords on the outer shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak at back of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear brake pads worn low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear brakes. (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 80,924 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 62,454 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 62,268 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 61,797 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 60,559 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 59,459 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 58,196 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 56,681 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 54,744 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 52,188 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 49,869 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 46,618 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 41,892 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 41,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 37,468 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 33,066 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 28,991 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 25,880 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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FJ52 LJC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FJ52 LJC, 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 FJ52 LJC registered?

FJ52 LJC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is FJ52 LJC safe to buy?

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