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LT52 EFJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

75,935 mi
Last recorded75,935 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT52 EFJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 75,935 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2022 75,935 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 75,578 miles

under vehicle corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2019 74,998 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2019 74,998 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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 22 Nov 2017 74,464 miles

Both front tyres getting low.

Exhaust corroded in places.

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

Fail 22 Nov 2017 74,464 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres getting low.

Exhaust corroded in places.

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

Offside front brake slightly binding.

Pass 30 Nov 2016 73,693 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 73,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 70,470 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 70,468 miles

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

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

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 66,648 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 61,472 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 56,009 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 31 Oct 2012 54,125 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 51,367 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 49,680 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 45,670 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 42,439 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 38,592 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 35,517 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 28,689 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 28,689 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

near side tyre need replacing very soon †

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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LT52 EFJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LT52 EFJ, 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 LT52 EFJ registered?

LT52 EFJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is LT52 EFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT52 EFJ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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