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FM02 XFS

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

138,066 mi
Last recorded138,066 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 XFS
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 138,066 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 138,066 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 May 2015 129,590 miles

All tyres low on tread

Nearside front fog light out

Pass 10 Jun 2014 116,589 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 116,589 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Headlight lenses deteriorated

Pass 5 Jun 2013 111,883 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 111,883 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 108,440 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 103,241 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 93,230 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 82,460 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 82,460 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2008 71,492 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 60,087 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 60,087 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Jun 2006 50,561 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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FM02 XFS is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FM02 XFS, 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 FM02 XFS registered?

FM02 XFS is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 3 July 2002.

Is FM02 XFS safe to buy?

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