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HW52 EMX

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

77,210 mi
Last recorded77,210 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW52 EMX
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 77,210 miles

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

Nearside windscreen washer inop, sufficient fluid from offside

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2025 77,210 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside windscreen washer inop, sufficient fluid from offside

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 76,616 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror damaged and mirror glass is cracked ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 75,861 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 74,942 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 73,709 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 72,772 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 71,756 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 71,737 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 69,910 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 69,910 miles

Nearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 68,036 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 68,036 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 65,468 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 62,214 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear number plate slightly delaminated

Slight binding from offside front wheel

Temporary fix to battery holder

Pass 11 Sep 2014 59,494 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 55,281 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 51,273 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 47,737 miles

Some wear front discs

Pass 16 Sep 2010 42,896 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 38,555 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 34,805 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 30,408 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 25,939 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 20,393 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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HW52 EMX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 HW52 EMX, 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 HW52 EMX registered?

HW52 EMX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 21 September 2002.

Is HW52 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW52 EMX shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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