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ML02 VRZ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,714 mi
Last recorded119,714 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 VRZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 119,714 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 119,703 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 115,774 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 105,376 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 100,305 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear both Shock absorbers corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2022 100,293 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear both Shock absorbers corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2021 96,998 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Oct 2020 94,008 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2019 88,769 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Apr 2018 87,153 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 83,530 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 76,453 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2016 76,453 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 69,063 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 65,134 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 59,792 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 54,279 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2012 54,279 miles

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

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

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 49,678 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 43,710 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 37,145 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 32,267 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 26,055 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 19,038 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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ML02 VRZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 ML02 VRZ, 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 ML02 VRZ registered?

ML02 VRZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is ML02 VRZ safe to buy?

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