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GN02 VBY

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

90,741 mi
Last recorded90,741 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 VBY
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 90,741 miles

Both front side repeaters starting to discolour

Fail 18 Nov 2025 90,741 miles

Both front side repeaters starting to discolour

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 83,575 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 74,374 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 74,218 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2022 68,010 miles

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

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 26 Oct 2022 67,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 19 Nov 2021 60,056 miles

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))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 54,755 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 54,755 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 50,253 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 49,707 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 49,707 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 49,280 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 48,748 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 48,246 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 47,651 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 46,580 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 45,006 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 43,139 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 41,160 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 39,057 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 36,248 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 32,127 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 28,690 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 24,375 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 VBY is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 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 GN02 VBY, 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

How do I check the history of GN02 VBY?

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What year was GN02 VBY registered?

GN02 VBY is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is GN02 VBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 VBY shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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