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SM02 GUX

2002 Toyota Corolla

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

83,417 mi
Last recorded83,417 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM02 GUX
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2015 83,417 miles

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

exposed end sections of brake pipes corroded

headlamp lenses crazed and dip beam pattern very poor

nsf brake sticking on

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2014 77,788 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 72,909 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 70,043 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 69,323 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 69,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 60,849 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 55,592 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 55,591 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front tyres 3mm

n/s/r tyre perished and 3mm

o/s/r tyre 1.6 mm and perished and has saw tooth wear

Fail 4 Sep 2008 50,785 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 50,785 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 48,868 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 40,451 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 32,471 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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SM02 GUX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SM02 GUX, 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 SM02 GUX registered?

SM02 GUX is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is SM02 GUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM02 GUX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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