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LM52 FWJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

85,945 mi
Last recorded85,945 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 FWJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 85,945 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2025 85,945 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 81,912 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 75,481 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 72,526 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 68,333 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 65,971 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 62,250 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

near side front tyre side wall damaged

Pass 24 Jan 2018 60,402 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (3.5.1i)

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

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

front number plate cracked

near side front and off side front head lamps misted

near side front tyre side wall damaged

Pass 25 Jan 2017 59,033 miles

near side front and off side front headlamps misted

near side rear tyre nail

off side front tyre side wall damaged

Fail 25 Jan 2017 59,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

near side front and off side front headlamps misted

near side rear tyre nail

off side front tyre side wall damaged

Pass 25 Jan 2016 53,588 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 50,299 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 47,887 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 46,255 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 45,266 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 44,069 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 41,355 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 41,355 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 39,036 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 36,704 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 30,638 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 30,683 miles

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

Offside Front 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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LM52 FWJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LM52 FWJ, 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 LM52 FWJ registered?

LM52 FWJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is LM52 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 FWJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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