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RY02 MZU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

110,302 mi
Last recorded110,302 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 MZU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 110,302 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 105,457 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2020 105,457 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 97,873 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 97,872 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 88,557 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 78,704 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Aug 2017 78,704 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 70,734 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 70,734 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 59,453 miles

both front tyres are worn on outer edges

Fail 4 Aug 2015 59,453 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both front tyres are worn on outer edges

Pass 8 Aug 2014 46,992 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 34,838 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 30,753 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 30,299 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 28,287 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 25,312 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 23,550 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 20,983 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,506 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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RY02 MZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RY02 MZU, 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 RY02 MZU registered?

RY02 MZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 14 August 2002.

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The MOT history for RY02 MZU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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