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KLZ 1553

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Other 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,065 mi
Last recorded153,065 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLZ 1553
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 153,065 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 146,503 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 140,885 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 134,468 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 127,952 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 113,944 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 108,523 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 100,533 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 100,507 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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KLZ 1553 is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KLZ 1553, 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

How do I check the history of KLZ 1553?

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What year was KLZ 1553 registered?

KLZ 1553 is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is KLZ 1553 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLZ 1553 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KLZ 1553 have outstanding finance?

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