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RL52 VVM

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,951 mi
Last recorded102,951 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 VVM
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 102,951 miles

centre stop light inop

Fail 27 Feb 2018 102,951 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

centre stop light inop

Pass 4 Mar 2017 96,192 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

non obligatory (centre) Stop Light not working

Fail 3 Mar 2017 96,192 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

non obligatory (centre) Stop Light not working

Pass 21 Jan 2016 88,766 miles

nearside inner rack joint

Fail 21 Jan 2016 88,766 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside inner rack joint

Fail 11 Dec 2014 84,087 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front headlamps slightly glazed

Pass 11 Dec 2014 84,087 miles

both front headlamps slightly glazed

Pass 11 Dec 2013 81,930 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 79,690 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 76,498 miles

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

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

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 5 Jan 2011 72,532 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 66,453 miles

nearside front wheel set backin arch, suspect suspension damage.

Pass 20 May 2009 58,301 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 51,535 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to test centre seat belt buckle due to child seat fitment

Pass 17 May 2007 46,399 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 41,296 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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RL52 VVM is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RL52 VVM, 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 RL52 VVM registered?

RL52 VVM is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is RL52 VVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 VVM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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