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SM52 DMY

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

100,574 mi
Last recorded100,574 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM52 DMY
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 100,574 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 100,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 96,169 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 89,007 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2014 89,007 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 66,106 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 57,430 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 57,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 53,651 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 53,623 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 46,559 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 44,096 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 39,523 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 32,388 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 32,384 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 27,820 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 21,460 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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SM52 DMY is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 SM52 DMY, 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 SM52 DMY registered?

SM52 DMY is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 9 November 2002.

Is SM52 DMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM52 DMY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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