TOYOTA COROLLA2002 · 1.6L Petrol

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, showing a stable maintenance trend following a period of minor neglect. The most recent test in June 2025 at 87,230 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, indicating that the previous owner addressed the issues identified in earlier years. Since the failure recorded in August 2022, the car has maintained a clean MOT record for the last three annual cycles. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 960 miles driven between June 2024 and June 2025, and 725 miles prior. This low mileage suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it increases the risk of rubber-based components degrading due to age. The gap between the August 2022 failure and September 2022 pass aligns with standard testing intervals. A physical inspection should focus on the suspension system, as the 2023 test at 85,595 miles flagged corroded coil springs on both the front and rear axles. While these were not flagged since, corrosion on aged springs often leads to sudden structural failure. The buyer should also inspect the tyres for dry rot or cracking, as the 2023 record noted perishing on all four tyres. Given the low mileage, the rubber likely hardens long before the tread depth reaches the legal limit.