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MF02 MXM

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,687 mi
Last recorded135,687 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 MXM
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 135,687 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2013 123,998 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 24 Dec 2013 123,998 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 8 Jan 2013 116,971 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Rear axle bushes deteriorated

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 116,971 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear axle bushes deteriorated

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 110,541 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 101,246 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 92,594 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

corrosion forming around the rear bumper support/chassis area

drivers check strap snapped

rattle from inside the inlet manifold

Pass 20 Jan 2009 84,766 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2009 84,765 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 77,498 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008
Fail 21 Mar 2007 66,824 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brakes balance 25%

Pass 21 Mar 2007 66,824 miles

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

front brakes balance 25%

Pass 13 Mar 2006 55,347 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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MF02 MXM is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MF02 MXM, 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 MF02 MXM registered?

MF02 MXM is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is MF02 MXM safe to buy?

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