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Toyota Corolla

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,398 cc

LM52 NLXMOT history

LM52 NLX is a black petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 17 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 73,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

LM52 NLX black Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
73,150 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 NLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 NLX was last recorded at 73,150 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,150 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,150 miles
  • 2024 – 71,511 miles
  • 2023 – 69,111 miles
  • 2022 – 66,609 miles
  • 2020 – 62,323 miles
  • 2019 – 60,458 miles
  • 2017 – 57,050 miles
  • 2016 – 55,629 miles
  • 2015 – 53,712 miles
  • 2014 – 52,903 miles
  • 2013 – 47,689 miles
  • 2012 – 45,289 miles
  • 2010 – 38,555 miles
  • 2008 – 27,776 miles
  • 2006 – 17,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,150 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear bumper missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Obligatory mirror insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,150 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    73,150 miles
    Test number
    884286223568
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper missing

  2. Fail73,150 miles (+1,639)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,150 miles
    Test number
    173631245626
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper missing

  3. Pass71,511 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    525520696666
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail71,511 miles (+2,400)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    573656804860
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass69,111 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,111 miles
    Test number
    991857819836
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail69,111 miles (+2,502)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,111 miles
    Test number
    592796598259
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass66,609 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    66,609 miles
    Test number
    679099497774
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside mirror covers missing

  8. Fail66,606 miles (+4,283)1 dangerous8 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,606 miles
    Test number
    848930346315
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated, Engine misfiring
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside mirror covers missing

  9. Pass62,323 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,323 miles
    Test number
    862190565565
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  10. Fail62,323 miles (+1,865)2 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,323 miles
    Test number
    774162951305
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  11. Pass60,458 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    250756582884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,448 miles (+3,398)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,448 miles
    Test number
    518055725958
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass57,050 miles (+1,421)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    57,050 miles
    Test number
    291977597556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    55,629 miles
    Test number
    314481377525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,629 miles (+1,917)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,629 miles
    Test number
    519041147136
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass53,712 miles (+809)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,712 miles
    Test number
    699370509231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,903 miles
    Test number
    478417964246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail52,903 miles (+5,214)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,903 miles
    Test number
    866607164286
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail47,689 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,689 miles
    Test number
    338318843496
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass47,689 miles (+2,400)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,689 miles
    Test number
    779978643260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,289 miles
    Test number
    615837652250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,289 miles (+1,908)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,289 miles
    Test number
    695846652272
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass43,381 miles (+4,826)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,381 miles
    Test number
    125732662084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,555 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,555 miles
    Test number
    374721950288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,933 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,933 miles
    Test number
    183499570091
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass35,933 miles (+8,157)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,933 miles
    Test number
    741649870028
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Pass27,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    27,776 miles
    Test number
    372241428249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail62,184 miles (+44,206)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,184 miles
    Test number
    631621128248
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  29. Pass17,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    17,978 miles
    Test number
    930790936242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 NLX

Does LM52 NLX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 NLX expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 NLX?
The MOT on LM52 NLX expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 NLX done?
LM52 NLX was recorded at 73,150 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 2,894 miles a year.
Has LM52 NLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 NLX has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 NLX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 NLX find?
LM52 NLX passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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