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FJ52 THF

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

135,290 mi
Last recorded135,290 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 135,290 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2018 135,290 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 131,992 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 128,020 miles

Rear numberplate deteriorated!

Fail 11 Aug 2016 128,018 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear numberplate deteriorated!

Pass 4 Aug 2015 123,952 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 123,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside front tyre worn low!

Nearside rear tyre worn low on the inner edge!

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 118,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 118,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 114,799 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear tyre rubber deteriorated. (cracking)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 114,799 miles

Offside rear tyre rubber deteriorated. (cracking)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 111,119 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 107,749 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 107,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 104,353 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 100,619 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 97,718 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 93,928 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 28 Aug 2007 93,928 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 89,687 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 THF is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 THF, 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 THF registered?

FJ52 THF is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 September 2002.

Is FJ52 THF safe to buy?

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