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FJ52 RNA

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

98,888 mi
Last recorded98,888 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 RNA
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 98,888 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2023 98,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 92,836 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2021 92,836 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 87,866 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 87,438 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 86,924 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 86,341 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 85,689 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 85,036 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 78,715 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 78,715 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2013 73,579 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 73,579 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 69,856 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 Oct 2011 61,792 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 54,215 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 54,215 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 50,317 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 45,483 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 39,631 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 39,631 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 32,553 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 RNA is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 FJ52 RNA, 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.

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What year was FJ52 RNA registered?

FJ52 RNA is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is FJ52 RNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ52 RNA shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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