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MJ52 XPX

2002 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

118,717 mi
Last recorded118,717 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 XPX
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 118,717 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 112,496 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn nearside and offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 112,401 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn nearside and offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 104,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 97,201 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 91,775 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 91,371 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 91,371 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 86,609 miles

Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance both sides (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front wiper split from end but clearing screen

sill covers fitted both sides front to rear not allowing full inspection

underside of vehicle has surface rust

Pass 13 Oct 2016 83,612 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 83,611 miles

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

Offside Front Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 79,642 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 74,828 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 70,608 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 65,229 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 59,147 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 54,911 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)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 50,239 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 45,070 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 40,039 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 34,761 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 28,297 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 XPX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 XPX, 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 XPX registered?

MJ52 XPX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 19 December 2002.

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The MOT history for MJ52 XPX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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