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NK52 VDZ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

88,561 mi
Last recorded88,561 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK52 VDZ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 88,561 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

underbody corrosion

Pass 31 Jul 2025 78,751 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

underbody corrosion

Fail 28 Mar 2025 77,251 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 71,607 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2024 71,605 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2023 68,192 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 64,617 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 64,617 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 61,871 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 59,822 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2020 59,822 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 57,300 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 56,120 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 19 Jan 2017 53,076 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 7 Jan 2016 51,231 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 47,155 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 45,275 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 43,480 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 41,589 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 38,038 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 34,803 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 29,809 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 25,553 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 20,007 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 14,981 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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NK52 VDZ 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 84%.

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 NK52 VDZ, 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 NK52 VDZ registered?

NK52 VDZ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is NK52 VDZ safe to buy?

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