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FJ52 NWZ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

55,765 mi
Last recorded55,765 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 NWZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 55,765 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 55,724 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground tow bar electrics (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 51,270 miles

Rear high level brake light not working

Pass 12 May 2022 48,678 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 46,088 miles

Both nearside & offside front brakes binding slightly

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre outer tread section badly deteriorating/perishing due to age-advise replacement

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre outer sidewall badly deteriorating/perishing due to age-advise replacement

Pass 20 Jul 2019 45,677 miles

Both front headlamp outputs reduced due to deterioration of front lenses-aim & pattern just visible - requires attention prior to next inspection.

Offside Front Brake binding - not excessively

Pass 24 Jul 2018 45,014 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 45,014 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 44,315 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 43,006 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 41,621 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 40,344 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 40,344 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,399 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 39,399 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 38,079 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 36,378 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 33,898 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 32,043 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 32,043 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 29,899 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 27,344 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 NWZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FJ52 NWZ, 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 NWZ registered?

FJ52 NWZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 6 September 2002.

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The MOT history for FJ52 NWZ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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