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MX52 GXJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

202,195 mi
Last recorded202,195 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 GXJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2019 202,195 miles

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

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 189,182 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

near side body seal has a hole on the seal but not on the prescribe area

Pass 20 Dec 2017 178,663 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 178,645 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 164,675 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 164,675 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 152,271 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 133,186 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre outside egde worn to 0mm

Pass 28 Nov 2014 133,186 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

o/s/r tyre outside egde worn to 0mm

Pass 20 Nov 2013 119,822 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 58,578 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 109,881 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 102,409 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 102,409 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 95,036 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 88,115 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 88,108 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 76,734 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 58,323 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 44,457 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 29,466 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 28,808 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

n/s/r seatbelt not fully tested due to child seat fitted

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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MX52 GXJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MX52 GXJ, 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 MX52 GXJ registered?

MX52 GXJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 21 October 2002.

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