Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 147,346 miles on the clock, averaging 8,390 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 VVT-i engine is known for timing chain and tensioner and piston rings.
MOT & Mileage History for BU52 MVV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,346 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla
These are the most commonly reported problems on Toyota Corolla models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU52 MVV |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BU52 MVV
What car is BU52 MVV?
BU52 MVV is a red Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU52 MVV?
The last recorded mileage for BU52 MVV was 147,346 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU52 MVV passed its MOT?
BU52 MVV has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2019.
Is BU52 MVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 MVV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU52 MVV?
BU52 MVV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.