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RJ52 WGG

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,612 mi
Last recorded71,612 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ52 WGG
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 71,612 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Nov 2024 71,042 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 70,834 miles

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

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

Under vehicle surfaces corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2022 70,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Valve stem slightly damaged All four valves (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 70,359 miles

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

Valve stem slightly damaged All four (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 69,802 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 69,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 68,706 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 67,946 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 67,046 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 66,283 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 65,902 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 65,026 miles

Headlamps not in clean condition.

Pass 15 Nov 2012 64,498 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside front brake slightly tight

Pass 14 Nov 2011 63,849 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 62,480 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 61,344 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 58,156 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 55,930 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2007 53,160 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 44,723 miles

brake discs worn

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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RJ52 WGG is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RJ52 WGG, 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 RJ52 WGG registered?

RJ52 WGG is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is RJ52 WGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ52 WGG shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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