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GX52 FEV

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,442 mi
Last recorded112,442 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX52 FEV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 112,442 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 105,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

loud rattle noise coming from inlet manifold when engine revs ?

Fail 17 Aug 2023 105,670 miles

Nearside Front 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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

loud rattle noise coming from inlet manifold when engine revs ?

Pass 24 Aug 2022 94,970 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 94,969 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Delaminating (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Body component insecure Wheel arch liner loose/ contacting wheel (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 83,991 miles

Central Front Exhaust noisy Noisy and vibrating (8.1.1 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 82,569 miles

Exhaust noisy Noisier than normal. loose baffles or heat shield (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 80,246 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 75,863 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 70,559 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 65,078 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 57,632 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 53,251 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 49,784 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 46,590 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 42,480 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 38,963 miles

oil leak (timing chain tensioner 'o' ring)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 36,014 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 31,724 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 28,069 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 22,897 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 18,093 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 FEV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GX52 FEV, 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

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What year was GX52 FEV registered?

GX52 FEV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is GX52 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX52 FEV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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