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GX52 DSV

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

146,040 mi
Last recorded146,040 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX52 DSV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 146,040 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 146,040 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 136,305 miles

all tyres on / near limits

engine has a rattle noise

steering / suspension has play

Fail 27 Feb 2015 130,724 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 130,724 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 115,490 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

the o/s rear wheel is slightly stiff to turn

Fail 4 Apr 2014 115,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 101,854 miles

Both front head light beam images poor

Both rear 'inner' sills corroded (slight)

Both rear road springs corroded

Offside front road wheel stiff to turn / move by hand

Offside front tyre worn heavy on edges

Pass 5 Mar 2012 95,833 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 95,785 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 90,368 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 81,567 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 73,687 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 73,687 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 67,855 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 59,648 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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GX52 DSV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 GX52 DSV, 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 GX52 DSV registered?

GX52 DSV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 6 September 2002.

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