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HW52 FAA

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

102,768 mi
Last recorded102,768 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW52 FAA
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2024 102,768 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Headlamp levelling not determined (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to brake pipes, unions and ferrules

Cover sills fitted

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

Offside Headlamp broken fixing but secure

Offside Rear Strong Advise: Tyre damaged/cracking or perishing and showing uneven tread

Offside Strong Advise: Check strap broken/requires attention/repair

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

Steering, suspension and brake components showing age, wear and heavy corrosion

Pass 19 Dec 2023 97,778 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 92,582 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 87,540 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 82,719 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2020 82,719 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2019 77,022 miles

Corrosion to both inner sills

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 76,479 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 73,118 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 65,369 miles

slight damage nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Fail 26 Jan 2017 65,368 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb in wrong - clip damaged / bent (1.8.A.1b)

slight damage nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 25 Jan 2016 59,201 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 53,409 miles

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

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

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

front wiper blades poor condition

Pass 7 Jan 2014 43,976 miles

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)

offside rear tyre tread is wearing out of shape

Fail 27 Dec 2012 37,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 37,221 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 33,452 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 29,286 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 21,530 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 17,927 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 23 Nov 2007 16,052 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 12,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 12,905 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 9,289 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 FAA is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey 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 HW52 FAA, 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 HW52 FAA registered?

HW52 FAA is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 27 November 2002.

Is HW52 FAA safe to buy?

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