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MV02 AZU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

101,338 mi
Last recorded101,338 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 AZU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 101,338 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2026 101,335 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire part missing from petrol tank corroded away and lose (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 100,021 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint to the back box. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 100,021 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint to the back box. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 89,133 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 81,312 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

all four tyres cracked/perished in treads

rear axle bushes perished

Fail 20 Nov 2020 81,252 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides showing no beam pattern. both lenses misted over (4.1.2 (c))

Front Service brake excessively binding Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Front Drivers door check strap broken

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine. requires investigating (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2019 79,240 miles

Offside Door check strap broken

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

Rear Wiper blade deteriorated

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 May 2019 79,240 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Door check strap broken

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

Rear Wiper blade deteriorated

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 78,379 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 78,379 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 24 May 2017 77,516 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 76,912 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 72,435 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Apr 2014 65,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2013 58,109 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 50,387 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 45,071 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 35,711 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 32,609 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 28,678 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 22,952 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 18,575 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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MV02 AZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 MV02 AZU, 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 MV02 AZU registered?

MV02 AZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 23 March 2002.

Is MV02 AZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV02 AZU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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