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MX52 UTB

2002 Toyota Corolla

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

108,025 mi
Last recorded108,025 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 UTB
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2023 108,025 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

Rust under vehicle

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Pass 19 Nov 2022 95,227 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rust under vehicle

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

Fail 19 Nov 2022 95,227 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rust under vehicle

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

Pass 20 Nov 2021 83,129 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

General surface corrosion underbody and metal pipes

Pass 5 Dec 2020 72,304 miles

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

General surface corrosion underbody and metal pipes

Offside Rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 5 Dec 2020 72,304 miles

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

General surface corrosion underbody and metal pipes

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

Offside Rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 26 Nov 2019 68,252 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 61,580 miles

General surface corrosion underbody and metal pipes.

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

Fail 14 Nov 2018 61,580 miles

General surface corrosion underbody and metal pipes.

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 53,328 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 47,390 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 46,169 miles

Nearside Front headlight lens slightly misteaded

Offside Front headlight lens slightly misteaded

Pass 11 Dec 2014 44,742 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 42,819 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 40,129 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 37,722 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 34,403 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 31,055 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 27,323 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 20,771 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 16,069 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 13,977 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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MX52 UTB is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MX52 UTB, 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 UTB registered?

MX52 UTB is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is MX52 UTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX52 UTB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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