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KC51 VHE

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

69,341 mi
Last recorded69,341 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC51 VHE
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 69,341 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 68,819 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 68,265 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 67,793 miles

Exhaust heatshield not fully secure (around fuel tank)

Fail 27 Jan 2023 67,793 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both headlamp lenses need cleaning (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers need replacing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust heatshield not fully secure (around fuel tank)

Pass 1 Feb 2022 67,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 67,526 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 67,280 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 67,278 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 66,545 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 65,317 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 65,315 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 62,195 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2018 62,195 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 58,343 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 55,727 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 51,730 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 51,077 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 45,508 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 39,141 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 32,877 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 27,005 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 26,243 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 21,660 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 20,216 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 16,230 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 13,005 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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KC51 VHE is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 KC51 VHE, 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 KC51 VHE registered?

KC51 VHE is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 20 February 2002.

Is KC51 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC51 VHE shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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