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MF02 NBJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

82,944 mi
Last recorded82,944 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 NBJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 82,944 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2015 82,944 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 77,822 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 77,822 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 72,336 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 66,222 miles

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

Oil leak

both front wiper blade rubbers split

interior rear view mirror slightly loose

Fail 11 Oct 2011 66,222 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Oil leak

both front wiper blade rubbers split

interior rear view mirror slightly loose

Pass 27 Apr 2010 55,291 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 45,079 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 36,422 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 36,422 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 23,524 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 22,257 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 22,257 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 NBJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 NBJ, 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 NBJ registered?

MF02 NBJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is MF02 NBJ safe to buy?

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