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GV52 KFW

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

99,635 mi
Last recorded99,635 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 KFW
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 99,635 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

handbrake travel

undercar corroded suspension and steering components

Pass 4 Jul 2024 99,382 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel strap corroded

handbrake travel

underbody corrosion

Fail 4 Jul 2024 99,382 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel strap corroded

handbrake travel

underbody corrosion

Pass 31 Mar 2023 94,545 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine cover/under covers fitted

Fail 30 Mar 2023 94,545 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine cover/under covers fitted

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 90,901 miles

corrosion under vehicle and on suspension parts

Pass 22 Mar 2021 88,077 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 84,158 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 80,953 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 76,790 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 76,790 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2016 72,115 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 68,515 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 65,203 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 61,601 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 57,679 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 53,657 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 53,657 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2010 48,914 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 48,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2009 43,510 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 38,325 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2007 32,889 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 24,277 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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GV52 KFW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 GV52 KFW, 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 GV52 KFW registered?

GV52 KFW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is GV52 KFW safe to buy?

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