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GN02 OJW

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

107,891 mi
Last recorded107,891 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 OJW
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2026 107,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 102,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 102,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Poor image (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

O/S headlamp tarnished affecting aim

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 97,288 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2024 97,288 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed split to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 93,525 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 93,525 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 87,750 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 82,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front brakes binding, but passed roller brake test

Fail 26 Feb 2021 82,573 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front brakes binding, but passed roller brake test

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

Offside Rear tyre pressure obviously low

Pass 12 Feb 2020 79,041 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 77,819 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 76,590 miles

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 75,356 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 73,827 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 73,827 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 73,202 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 72,115 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 69,535 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 64,663 miles

front brake pads low/discs worn

Pass 14 Feb 2011 58,388 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 58,388 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 52,350 miles

creaking clutch

Pass 10 Feb 2009 49,600 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 45,599 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 41,178 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 37,986 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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GN02 OJW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 GN02 OJW, 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 GN02 OJW registered?

GN02 OJW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is GN02 OJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 OJW shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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