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KD02 LJC

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,329 mi
Last recorded98,329 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD02 LJC
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 98,329 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 98,329 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 97,096 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside 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))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 97,096 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside 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))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 95,898 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Lower bumper crudley repaired with tape !!!!

Nearside Undertray and splash guards crudley repaired with tape and cable ties

Pass 14 Sep 2022 94,455 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 94,455 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 93,083 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front non obligatory mirror glass broken

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 92,067 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 90,945 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 89,659 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 88,068 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 88,067 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 86,462 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 86,452 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2015 82,787 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 8 May 2015 82,787 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 May 2014 77,759 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 72,080 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 May 2012 64,236 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 56,102 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 48,351 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 40,201 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 34,721 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 28,282 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 21,232 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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KD02 LJC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KD02 LJC, 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 KD02 LJC registered?

KD02 LJC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 25 May 2002.

Is KD02 LJC safe to buy?

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