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MA52 VZP

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

79,373 mi
Last recorded79,373 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA52 VZP
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 79,373 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 63,769 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 54,651 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2022 39,420 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Pass 6 Apr 2021 24,754 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 24,753 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 22,173 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 19,086 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 19,071 miles

Front Both wipers beginning to split, but clearing screen

Nearside non obligatory door mirror, glass is missing.

Fail 20 Sep 2016 19,071 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid inop. (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Both wipers beginning to split, but clearing screen

Nearside non obligatory door mirror, glass is missing.

Pass 21 Sep 2015 19,055 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 18,977 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 6 Sep 2013 18,644 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 17,803 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 16,511 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 15,482 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,058 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 12,489 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 10,987 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 9,202 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 7,225 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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MA52 VZP is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MA52 VZP, 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 MA52 VZP registered?

MA52 VZP is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is MA52 VZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA52 VZP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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