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NU52 VBG

2002 Toyota Corolla

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,251 mi
Last recorded121,251 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU52 VBG
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 121,251 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 114,466 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ALL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018 104,712 miles

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 23 Jun 2017 93,729 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 76,742 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 66,614 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 66,614 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 25 Jun 2014 57,725 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2013 53,769 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Nov 2011 53,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 53,730 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 53,519 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 51,016 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 45,402 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 39,703 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 39,703 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 31,666 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 9 Nov 2005 24,961 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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NU52 VBG is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NU52 VBG, 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 NU52 VBG registered?

NU52 VBG is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 12 October 2002.

Is NU52 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU52 VBG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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