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GY52 JLU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,758 mi
Last recorded141,758 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY52 JLU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 141,758 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 135,767 miles

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

Rear bumper damaged

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

Fail 21 Jan 2015 129,812 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 129,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 120,695 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Jan 2014 120,694 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 112,290 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre outer side wall perished

Pass 28 Dec 2011 104,640 miles

center brake light not working

multiple cuts nearside front tyre

Fail 28 Dec 2011 104,640 miles

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

center brake light not working

multiple cuts nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Jan 2011 99,762 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise rear b/pads low

Fail 15 Jan 2011 99,743 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 91,756 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 91,446 miles

advise handbrake ratchet travel

Fail 10 Nov 2009 91,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 14 Nov 2008 82,293 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 82,293 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 43,156 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 38,884 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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GY52 JLU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GY52 JLU, 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 GY52 JLU registered?

GY52 JLU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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