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MT02 PMO

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

105,891 mi
Last recorded105,891 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT02 PMO
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 105,891 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front + rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front + offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 104,781 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 103,815 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2024 103,809 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 102,779 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front + rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Apr 2023 102,779 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front + rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 101,748 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 100,851 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2021 100,850 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system metal pipe leaking (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2020 100,125 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 98,978 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 97,760 miles

both front tyres cracking/perishing

Pass 7 Apr 2017 96,538 miles

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

slight oil leak on engine + gearbox

Pass 8 Apr 2016 94,826 miles

oil leak on engine + gearbox

Pass 10 Apr 2015 92,332 miles

slight oil leak on gearbox

Pass 15 Apr 2014 88,247 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 84,441 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 81,365 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 76,746 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 73,406 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 41,230 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 66,445 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 57,716 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 47,350 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 37,354 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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MT02 PMO is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 MT02 PMO, 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 MT02 PMO registered?

MT02 PMO is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 31 May 2002.

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