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SM52 ZYE

2002 Toyota Corolla

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

108,524 mi
Last recorded108,524 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM52 ZYE
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2019 108,524 miles

FAN Belt Cracked

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

reserve travel low

Pass 10 Dec 2018 102,914 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 96,863 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 96,863 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 91,112 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 85,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 81,336 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking slightly

Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,125 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 69,649 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 62,382 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 56,830 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 51,071 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 44,256 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 36,920 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 34,862 miles

windscreen scratched

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 ZYE is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SM52 ZYE, 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 SM52 ZYE registered?

SM52 ZYE is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 17 December 2002.

Is SM52 ZYE safe to buy?

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