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MT52 KZU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

87,219 mi
Last recorded87,219 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT52 KZU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 87,219 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2023 87,209 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2022 82,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 77,172 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 77,133 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting close to macpherson strut mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 70,755 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 5 Dec 2020 70,755 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 62,396 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 55,174 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 55,171 miles

Offside Rear Brake damaged to the extent that the braking system is adversely affected park brake shoe detatched from back plate (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 48,299 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 46,187 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & o/s/r axle bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre cut on outer wall

Pass 17 Dec 2015 43,933 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 41,743 miles

long travel on handbrake lever

Pass 9 Dec 2013 38,741 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 36,614 miles

Adjust handbrake

Both drive shafts rusty.

Front tyres differant size to rear.

Unable to fully check rear brake pads.

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 33,908 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit on outer edge.

Pass 29 Dec 2010 30,240 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 26,886 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 23,787 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 20,712 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 29 Nov 2006 17,772 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 17,772 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 14,919 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2005 14,919 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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MT52 KZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 MT52 KZU, 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 MT52 KZU registered?

MT52 KZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is MT52 KZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT52 KZU shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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