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SV52 GAO

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,154 mi
Last recorded134,154 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV52 GAO
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 134,154 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At center and rear of exhaust. (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has slight cracking.

Nearside Rear Tyre has slight cracking.

Offside Rear Tyre has slight cracking.

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both rear. (3.6.B.4e)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 134,151 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to excessive cracking. (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both blades torn. (8.2.2)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At center and rear of exhaust. (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has slight cracking.

Nearside Rear Tyre has slight cracking.

Offside Rear Tyre has slight cracking.

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both rear. (3.6.B.4e)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 124,252 miles

n/s rear tyre cracking between tread

o/s front tyre cracking between tread

o/s rear tyre cracking between tread

Pass 30 Apr 2014 125,684 miles

engine light on

Fail 29 Apr 2014 125,684 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

engine light on

Pass 13 May 2013 119,536 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2012 107,500 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 89,729 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 89,729 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2010 73,321 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 56,866 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 41,042 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 32,426 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2007 32,426 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 28,975 miles

both front tyres low on tread

rear number plate deteriorated

Fail 10 Oct 2006 28,975 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front tyres low on tread

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 21 Sep 2005 23,808 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 23,806 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise adjusting h/brake travel

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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SV52 GAO is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SV52 GAO, 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 SV52 GAO registered?

SV52 GAO is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is SV52 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV52 GAO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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