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RF51 LFU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

119,488 mi
Last recorded119,488 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 LFU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 119,488 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))

Fail 5 Jan 2023 119,488 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 108,805 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))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 108,805 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 3 Nov 2020 104,383 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 99,967 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres are perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 99,967 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres are perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 95,820 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 89,514 miles

Nearside Rear outer edge

Fail 19 Apr 2017 89,514 miles

Nearside Rear outer edge

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 82,794 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 75,944 miles

front wheels tyre different size to rear

Fail 9 Apr 2015 75,944 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front wheels tyre different size to rear

Pass 30 Jul 2014 70,613 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 67,656 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 64,133 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 64,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 62,741 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 62,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 57,916 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 53,278 miles

rh washer jet weak

Pass 29 Jan 2010 46,234 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 40,928 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 40,928 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 34,684 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 29,152 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 24,000 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 24,000 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2005 19,720 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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RF51 LFU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 RF51 LFU, 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 RF51 LFU registered?

RF51 LFU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 8 February 2002.

Is RF51 LFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF51 LFU shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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