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RE52 EAK

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

57,297 mi
Last recorded57,297 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE52 EAK
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 57,297 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 50,497 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 50,497 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 44,609 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 44,609 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 40,228 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Aug 2021 38,408 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH SIDES CLOUDY (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2021 38,408 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH SIDES CLOUDY (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 38,279 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output strong advise (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 37,425 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 35,611 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)

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 12 Aug 2016 34,425 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 33,793 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 32,265 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 32,004 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 30,127 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 29,126 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 28,491 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 28,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 27,086 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 25,440 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 23,289 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,226 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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RE52 EAK is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RE52 EAK, 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.

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What year was RE52 EAK registered?

RE52 EAK is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 21 October 2002.

Is RE52 EAK safe to buy?

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