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ML52 FYM

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

72,876 mi
Last recorded72,876 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML52 FYM
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 72,876 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 72,643 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 72,368 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 71,928 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 71,617 miles

car has general corrosion

Fail 16 Dec 2021 71,617 miles

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

car has general corrosion

Pass 8 Dec 2020 71,168 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 70,706 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 67,491 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 63,117 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 57,895 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 52,525 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 47,186 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 41,550 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 41,550 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 35,858 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 29,541 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 23,971 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 19,095 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 14,539 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 10,276 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 9,419 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 7,156 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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ML52 FYM is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 ML52 FYM, 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 ML52 FYM registered?

ML52 FYM is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is ML52 FYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML52 FYM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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