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KF52 LXW

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,443 mi
Last recorded147,443 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF52 LXW
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 147,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 144,388 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2024 144,388 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 138,621 miles

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 138,582 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 129,462 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

high level brake light not working

n/s rear number plate light not working

Pass 5 Jan 2021 123,837 miles

Central Front Inner Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear high level stop light not working

Fail 4 Jan 2021 123,837 miles

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

Central Front Inner Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear high level stop light not working

parking brake high lever

Pass 20 Dec 2019 114,846 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 99,533 miles

Front head lamps are misted and only just meet the aim beam requirements

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

hand brake lever has high travel

n/s rear has a slight brake bind

Pass 9 Dec 2017 90,849 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 85,595 miles

Offside Front slight brake bind

fliud low

Pass 16 Dec 2015 81,586 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 76,311 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 63,223 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 57,851 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 57,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 54,897 miles

long handbrake travel

Pass 16 Dec 2010 50,718 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 47,616 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 45,407 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 43,113 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 32,299 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 22,546 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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KF52 LXW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KF52 LXW, 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 KF52 LXW registered?

KF52 LXW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is KF52 LXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF52 LXW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KF52 LXW have outstanding finance?

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