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MA52 ABV

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,201 mi
Last recorded128,201 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA52 ABV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 128,201 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill slightly damaged but not seriously affecting its strength or causing a sharp edge/ projection (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 116,161 miles

front headlights deteriorated

nsr sill damaged

Fail 16 Nov 2019 116,161 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

front headlights deteriorated

nsr sill damaged

Pass 17 Nov 2018 108,765 miles

Front headlights deteriated

Pass 18 Nov 2017 100,368 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel slight binding

Pass 12 Nov 2016 91,239 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 82,070 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 73,170 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 73,170 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 64,256 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 57,157 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 57,157 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Dec 2011 50,211 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 50,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 46,165 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 42,337 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 38,459 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2007 33,995 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 33,995 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 29,649 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 29,649 miles

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

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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MA52 ABV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MA52 ABV, 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.

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MA52 ABV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 23 September 2002.

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