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GN02 VCW

2002 Toyota Corolla

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

147,278 mi
Last recorded147,278 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 VCW
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 147,278 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 141,402 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60r15. (4.1.E.1)

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

Pass 8 May 2017 134,352 miles

unable to inspect engine compartment full due to engine covers fitted.

Fail 8 May 2017 134,352 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc leaking grease. (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

unable to inspect engine compartment full due to engine covers fitted.

Pass 30 Apr 2016 128,533 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 122,377 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside & Nearside front headlamps x 2 beam pattern beginning to deteriorate.

Pass 30 Apr 2014 115,973 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 110,354 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2012 102,648 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 102,648 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 100,555 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 97,003 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 87,522 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 87,432 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 79,256 miles

advise front number plate

Fail 20 Mar 2008 79,256 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

advise front number plate

Pass 22 Mar 2007 72,835 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 72,831 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 62,625 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 VCW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VCW, 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 VCW registered?

GN02 VCW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is GN02 VCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 VCW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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