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LW02 NVX

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,275 mi
Last recorded156,275 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW02 NVX
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 156,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60R15 88V (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 19 May 2026 156,270 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60R15 88V (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2025 132,123 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 27 May 2025 132,117 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2024 111,818 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres on 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2024 111,812 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres on 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 98,582 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 11 May 2023 98,582 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 May 2022 93,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2021 93,713 miles

Offside Rear Lower corrosion on outer seal

Pass 2 Jun 2020 93,142 miles

Front flexible brake hoses perishing

Long handbrake travel

Offside front anti roll bar boot split

Offside rear outer sill corroded

Pass 24 May 2019 83,199 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 81,212 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 79,897 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 76,361 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 May 2015 71,835 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 71,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2014 66,860 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 61,542 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 56,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 May 2011 51,574 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 May 2010 46,584 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 41,278 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 May 2008 35,907 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 May 2007 29,371 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 29,298 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 18,374 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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LW02 NVX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LW02 NVX, 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 LW02 NVX registered?

LW02 NVX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is LW02 NVX safe to buy?

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