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PJ02 NXR

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,041 mi
Last recorded97,041 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 NXR
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 97,041 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 93,250 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 90,083 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 83,671 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 72,610 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bushes /both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 64,801 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2020 55,309 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 44,474 miles

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

both front tyres low tread inside edge

Pass 15 May 2018 29,688 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2017 28,416 miles

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

front and rear suspension components rusty

front covers fitted

Pass 20 May 2016 28,007 miles

both front headlight lenses deteriorated

front suspension components very rusty

Fail 13 May 2016 28,006 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both front headlight lenses deteriorated

front suspension components very rusty

Pass 12 May 2015 27,798 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 27,464 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 26,851 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 26,851 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 15 May 2012 26,297 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 26,297 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2011 25,714 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 24,667 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 22,501 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 20,458 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 17,942 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 15,291 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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PJ02 NXR is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PJ02 NXR, 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 PJ02 NXR registered?

PJ02 NXR is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 21 May 2002.

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