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SJ02 VLH

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,693 mi
Last recorded113,693 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ02 VLH
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 113,693 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 113,693 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2020 108,591 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nsf, nsr and osr inner sills, nsr outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 104,043 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer and inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 104,043 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer and inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 99,211 miles

Body has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Apr 2018 99,211 miles

Body has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 91,378 miles

front brake discs worn/scored/pitted

slight surface rust on brake pipes just before rear brake hoses

Pass 28 Apr 2016 84,505 miles

slight surface rust on brake pipes just before rear brake hoses

Pass 22 Apr 2015 79,772 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 79,757 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to become detached (1.9.2b)

Outer Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 76,863 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 73,087 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 69,312 miles

back brakes binding slightly

Pass 1 Apr 2011 65,957 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 61,886 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 57,805 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 57,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 50,958 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 43,523 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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SJ02 VLH is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SJ02 VLH, 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 SJ02 VLH registered?

SJ02 VLH is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 14 March 2002.

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