2002 Toyota Corolla T2 Vvti 1.4L Other · IKZ 2012

The 2002 Toyota Corolla T2 VVTi presents a broadly roadworthy status as of its most recent test on 17 February 2023, where it passed at 112,723 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend across the available history reads as stable, with no recurring advisories or mechanical faults flagged by testers. A prior failure on 21 January 2023 at 111,777 miles shows no defects logged, indicating the car was likely refused on administrative or non-mechanical grounds rather than worn components. The odometer sat at 104,870 miles for the 28 August 2021 pass, then rose to 111,777 by January 2023 and 112,723 by February 2023. That equates to roughly 4,700 miles a year across the vehicle's life, low for a 24-year-old car. The sparse record shows a 17-month gap between the 2021 and 2023 tests, with only light use since. Low annual mileage and a clean sheet suggest gentle running, though long idle periods can hide perished seals or corroded brake lines not caught in a single pass. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and subframe corrosion given the car's age and likely static storage. The tester noted no brake binding or exhaust emissions issues, yet 24 years invites rust on sills and arches that a pass does not always capture. Verify the January 2023 failure reason with DVSA, as the blank defect field offers no clue to the refusal. Check tyre sidewall condition and brake disc faces for pitting from disuse. The owner clearly kept basic consumable wear in check, but the thin record gives little insight into drivetrain health beyond 112,723 miles. A pre-purchase inspection remains sensible on a low-mileage elderly hatchback.