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FL02 PVF

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

126,898 mi
Last recorded126,898 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL02 PVF
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2019 126,898 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 120,501 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 120,501 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 112,084 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 102,415 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake pads getting low

Fail 9 Jan 2016 102,415 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Jan 2015 93,256 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Jan 2014 85,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 85,215 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 78,361 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 76,437 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 76,437 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

front discs slightly worn

Pass 8 Apr 2011 71,542 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 66,208 miles

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

n/s mirror deteriorated

Pass 31 Mar 2009 60,752 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 55,355 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 47,569 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 47,558 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake discs checked with manufactuers minimum disc wear specifications and are below.

Pass 9 Mar 2006 35,594 miles

front brake discs worn low

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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FL02 PVF is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FL02 PVF, 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 FL02 PVF registered?

FL02 PVF is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 April 2002.

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