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GL52 NCZ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

92,889 mi
Last recorded92,889 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 NCZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 92,889 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 91,547 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 90,147 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2024 90,118 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 88,192 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 85,635 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 83,867 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 82,083 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2020 82,035 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 80,152 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 78,340 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 76,016 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both headlamps deteriorated (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 74,095 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 70,803 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 65,900 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 2 Jul 2012 61,106 miles

drivers wing mirror damaged

wipers poor condition

Pass 29 Jun 2011 56,562 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 49,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 49,511 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 42,094 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 32,891 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 25,049 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 23,475 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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GL52 NCZ 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 87%.

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 GL52 NCZ, 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 GL52 NCZ registered?

GL52 NCZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 28 December 2002.

Is GL52 NCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 NCZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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