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KM51 NBZ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,898 mi
Last recorded82,898 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 NBZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 82,898 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 81,798 miles

minor corrosion to both rear inner arches

Fail 9 Jan 2025 81,787 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

minor corrosion to both rear inner arches

Pass 10 Jan 2024 80,670 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 79,188 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 79,188 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 77,404 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 76,323 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 75,076 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 72,824 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 69,997 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 68,692 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 66,608 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 64,230 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 61,404 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 57,241 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 53,648 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 48,750 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 43,966 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 40,392 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)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 37,587 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 33,096 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 33,096 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 27,899 miles

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

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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KM51 NBZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KM51 NBZ, 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 KM51 NBZ?

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What year was KM51 NBZ registered?

KM51 NBZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is KM51 NBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 NBZ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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