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RV52 HMX

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 HMX
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2026

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 65,599 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2025 65,599 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 61,363 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 61,363 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 58,296 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2022 52,305 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2021 38,883 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 28,941 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 28,521 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Aug 2017 26,175 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 25,479 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 24,782 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2014 24,355 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 23,657 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 22,725 miles

Slight uneven tread wear on o/s/r tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2011 21,494 miles

Slight uneven tread wear on o/s/r tyre

Pass 24 Aug 2010 20,090 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 18,753 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 16,640 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 15,093 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 13,447 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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RV52 HMX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RV52 HMX, 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 RV52 HMX registered?

RV52 HMX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is RV52 HMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 HMX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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