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RF52 EXA

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

154,829 mi
Last recorded154,829 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 EXA
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 154,829 miles

Central Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside front seat runner worn

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside front seat runner worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 151,275 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 149,109 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Nov 2015 149,109 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 146,483 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2013 142,511 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 136,258 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 124,534 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 112,498 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 99,982 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 99,977 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 14 Nov 2008 87,383 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 87,383 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 74,388 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 62,044 miles

front and rear no plates showing signs of age

Pass 12 Nov 2005 46,617 miles

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

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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RF52 EXA is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 RF52 EXA, 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 RF52 EXA registered?

RF52 EXA is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is RF52 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF52 EXA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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