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FJ52 NMU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Green Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

133,808 mi
Last recorded133,808 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 NMU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 133,808 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 132,181 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 130,832 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 129,093 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 127,662 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 126,019 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 124,296 miles

exhaust heat shield adrift

oil leak rear engine

Fail 11 Aug 2016 124,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp insecure broken (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

exhaust heat shield adrift

oil leak rear engine

Pass 29 Aug 2015 119,216 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 112,044 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 102,391 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 94,946 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 84,420 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 84,407 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Aug 2010 80,737 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 71,442 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 61,477 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 49,608 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 39,044 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 39,044 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 39,042 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 39,042 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2005 27,824 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 NMU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Green with a 1,398cc 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 FJ52 NMU, 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 FJ52 NMU?

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What year was FJ52 NMU registered?

FJ52 NMU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is FJ52 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ52 NMU 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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