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GU02 RVL

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

106,869 mi
Last recorded106,869 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 RVL
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 106,869 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main pipe before rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner facing (3.5.1i)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded main pipe before rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded all coils (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 106,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main pipe before rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner facing (3.5.1i)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded main pipe before rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded all coils (2.4.C.1b)

slight restriction at front brakes

Pass 10 May 2017 101,733 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2016 96,169 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 May 2015 90,988 miles

Both rear tyres worn unevenly/stepped

Nearside windscreen wiper torn, not affecting drivers view

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 May 2014 86,997 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2014 86,997 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 82,018 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 82,018 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 15 May 2012 78,556 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 71,903 miles

rear nuber plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 May 2010 63,982 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 52,821 miles

slight damage to c pillar small dents and scratches

Pass 12 May 2008 42,244 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 34,044 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 May 2007 34,044 miles

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2006 29,833 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 29,833 miles

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

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GU02 RVL is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GU02 RVL, 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 GU02 RVL registered?

GU02 RVL is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is GU02 RVL safe to buy?

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