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RV52 LYJ

2002 Toyota Corolla

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

121,145 mi
Last recorded121,145 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 LYJ
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 121,145 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2025 121,145 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 116,087 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 111,052 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 111,052 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 106,132 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 106,132 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 101,276 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Fail 5 Oct 2021 101,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 14 Oct 2020 97,239 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Oct 2020 97,239 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Oct 2019 96,887 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 94,953 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 90,068 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 90,067 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 84,677 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 78,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre brake light not working

Pass 11 Oct 2013 71,022 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2012 62,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 62,952 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 56,337 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 50,823 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 46,477 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 41,356 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 41,356 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 36,410 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 30,719 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 LYJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LYJ, 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 RV52 LYJ registered?

RV52 LYJ is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is RV52 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 LYJ shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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