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MD02 SXT

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,797 mi
Last recorded128,797 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD02 SXT
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 128,797 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 119,019 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 112,628 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 112,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 106,703 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 106,652 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 100,142 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 100,142 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 May 2011 84,211 miles

Rear brake discs worn.

Fail 27 May 2011 84,211 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake discs worn.

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 63,531 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 48,893 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 45,597 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 35,893 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 21,753 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 10,045 miles

front brake pads low

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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MD02 SXT is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MD02 SXT, 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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What year was MD02 SXT registered?

MD02 SXT is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 14 August 2002.

Is MD02 SXT safe to buy?

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