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MJ52 VSC

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,475 mi
Last recorded94,475 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 VSC
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 94,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 21 Sep 2016 94,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 86,531 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis and sill backs and floors (6.1.B.2)

mirrors taped and broken

Pass 30 Oct 2014 79,524 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

front seat belts slow to return

Fail 30 Oct 2014 79,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

front seat belts slow to return

Pass 1 Nov 2013 72,390 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 64,405 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 64,377 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 61,179 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

front brake discs lipped/slightly worn

Pass 25 Oct 2010 56,049 miles

n/s/f tyre getting low (3mm)

slight marks on front screen

Pass 4 Nov 2009 50,574 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 43,657 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS MAY BE GETTING LOW

Pass 12 Nov 2007 36,258 miles

Front break disks showing signs of wear

Plastic sil covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2006 27,308 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2005 21,073 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

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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MJ52 VSC 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 80%.

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 MJ52 VSC, 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 MJ52 VSC registered?

MJ52 VSC is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is MJ52 VSC safe to buy?

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