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SH52 NZU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

69,880 mi
Last recorded69,880 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH52 NZU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 69,880 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 68,924 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 68,924 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 68,095 miles

Front and rear suspension components badly corroded

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 66,720 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 65,079 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 63,737 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 63,733 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 62,457 miles

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 23 Dec 2014 62,457 miles

Nearside Inner Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 60,068 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 57,755 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 53,315 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 48,520 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 43,909 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 41,034 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 34,953 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 30,555 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 26,296 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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SH52 NZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 SH52 NZU, 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 SH52 NZU registered?

SH52 NZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is SH52 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH52 NZU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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