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LT52 LCE

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,482 mi
Last recorded100,482 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT52 LCE
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 100,482 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 88,082 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2025 88,082 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 84,704 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2023 84,704 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 84,519 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2023 265 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 84,285 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2022 84,283 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 84,042 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 84,040 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 83,621 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))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 83,242 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 82,864 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 82,431 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 82,431 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 82,013 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 82,013 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 81,482 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 80,913 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 80,142 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 79,176 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 79,176 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 78,546 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 77,472 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 76,835 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 76,288 miles

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

rear registration plate starting to deteriate

Fail 2 Aug 2007 76,288 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear registration plate starting to deteriate

Pass 7 Aug 2006 73,235 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 73,235 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 LCE is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LCE, 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 LT52 LCE?

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What year was LT52 LCE registered?

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

Is LT52 LCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT52 LCE shows 30 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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