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SM51 WZU

2002 Toyota Corolla

Green Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

77,345 mi
Last recorded77,345 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 WZU
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 77,345 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 77,343 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 69,870 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 98,123 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))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 59,590 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 55,593 miles

Body has slight corrosion Both rear inner arches slightly holed at rear of sill (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ centre join (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Jan 2017 55,592 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Body has slight corrosion Both rear inner arches slightly holed at rear of sill (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ centre join (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 51,210 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 47,215 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 43,471 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 39,280 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 35,069 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 30,381 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 26,134 miles

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

both rear tyres sidewall perished

Pass 7 Jan 2009 22,125 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 17,290 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 17,290 miles

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 9 Jan 2007 14,319 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 11,607 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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SM51 WZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Green with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SM51 WZU, 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 SM51 WZU registered?

SM51 WZU is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is SM51 WZU safe to buy?

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