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MF52 VHL

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

137,572 mi
Last recorded137,572 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 VHL
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 137,572 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 135,747 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 132,496 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 132,496 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 129,528 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 123,975 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 123,975 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 113,830 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 113,830 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 113,186 miles

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

the engine warning lamp is on

the front brake disc,s are corroded

the front washer jets are semi=working

the n/s/f brake is slightly binding

the rear brake disc,s are corroded

Fail 6 Sep 2011 110,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 110,138 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 102,714 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 92,279 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 79,034 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 67,444 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 67,444 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 56,499 miles

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

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

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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MF52 VHL is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 MF52 VHL, 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 MF52 VHL registered?

MF52 VHL is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is MF52 VHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF52 VHL shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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