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MJ52 XPB

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

33,266 mi
Last recorded33,266 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 XPB
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 33,266 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2025 33,266 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 32,551 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Various corrosion under vehicle - nothing structural

Fail 16 Oct 2024 32,551 miles

Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Various corrosion under vehicle - nothing structural

Pass 23 Oct 2023 32,492 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 32,492 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 32,479 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 32,356 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 32,223 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 32,081 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 31,658 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 31,658 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 31,649 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

only just passed the emissions test (Lambda)

Pass 9 Oct 2017 31,061 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 31,061 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 30,457 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 28,658 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 28,658 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 27,256 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 25,564 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 25,563 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 24,236 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 22,940 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 22,940 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 21,012 miles

3 nails in n/s/f tyre

screw in n/s/r tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2009 19,085 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 17,075 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 14,588 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 11,801 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 9,109 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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MJ52 XPB is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 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 MJ52 XPB, 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 MJ52 XPB registered?

MJ52 XPB is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 12 November 2002.

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