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LJ52 BHV

2002 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,045 mi
Last recorded35,045 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 BHV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 35,045 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 34,933 miles

vehicle appears to have been standing unused for long period of time. reccomend servicing. surface corrosion to all underside components.

Fail 17 Mar 2017 34,929 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

vehicle appears to have been standing unused for long period of time. reccomend servicing. surface corrosion to all underside components.

Pass 27 Jun 2015 34,450 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 32,877 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 30,125 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 28,994 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 25,326 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 23,713 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 19,044 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2005 15,318 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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LJ52 BHV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LJ52 BHV, 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 LJ52 BHV registered?

LJ52 BHV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is LJ52 BHV safe to buy?

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