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PE02 LXW

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,275 mi
Last recorded115,275 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE02 LXW
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 115,275 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2023 111,080 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 111,073 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced no paten (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced no paten (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 105,322 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 105,322 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 96,940 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 73,124 miles

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

brake pipes have protective coated

hi rise light not working

Fail 2 Sep 2020 73,124 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

brake pipes have protective coated

hi rise light not working

Pass 2 Sep 2019 70,175 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside + Offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside + Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 67,525 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 65,881 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 64,092 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 61,227 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 59,354 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 56,399 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 53,363 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 50,253 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 47,189 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 45,557 miles

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

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

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

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

advise both wiper blades

Fail 9 Sep 2007 42,196 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2007 42,196 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 40,539 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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PE02 LXW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PE02 LXW, 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 PE02 LXW registered?

PE02 LXW is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 4 March 2002.

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