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RL52 YTY

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,907 mi
Last recorded100,907 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 YTY
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 100,907 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2025 99,959 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2024 98,806 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2024 98,806 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 97,656 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 95,718 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 92,244 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 88,693 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 86,666 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 86,666 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 84,662 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 81,557 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 78,633 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 72,749 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 71,504 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 64,900 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 58,060 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 58,060 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 50,856 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 43,361 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 35,936 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 32,059 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 27,008 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 21,729 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 YTY is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YTY, 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

How do I check the history of RL52 YTY?

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What year was RL52 YTY registered?

RL52 YTY is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is RL52 YTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 YTY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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