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PL51 SZV

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,260 mi
Last recorded93,260 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL51 SZV
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 93,260 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

engine management light is on

front licence plate has crack

Fail 11 Feb 2016 93,253 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front licence plate has crack

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

engine management light is on

Pass 16 Dec 2014 88,172 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 83,045 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 79,585 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 136,594 miles

off side door mirror held on with tape but not efecting the drivers view

Fail 6 Feb 2012 136,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

off side door mirror held on with tape but not efecting the drivers view

Pass 14 Jan 2011 118,999 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 101,787 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 101,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 65,492 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 65,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 68,734 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 53,285 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2005 29,412 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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PL51 SZV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PL51 SZV, 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 PL51 SZV registered?

PL51 SZV is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 9 February 2002.

Is PL51 SZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL51 SZV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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