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A164 SGN

1983 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

124,221 mi
Last recorded124,221 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Toyota Celica78,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA164 SGN
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,972cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 124,221 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 123,850 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 123,433 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 123,054 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 122,474 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 121,739 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 120,906 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 120,091 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 119,365 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 118,677 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 117,844 miles

tyres;; both front and rear tyres deteriorating on sidewalls

Pass 30 Apr 2012 117,281 miles

tyres;; front and rear tyres deteriorating on sidewalls

Pass 12 May 2011 116,700 miles

nearside rear and offside front lower wing corroded

Fail 9 May 2011 116,692 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

nearside rear and offside front lower wing corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2010 115,898 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 115,898 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside front and rear lower wings corroded

Pass 8 May 2009 115,278 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,434 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 11,345 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 112,050 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2006 112,050 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Celica?

Based on 870,417 MOT tests across 67,994 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
5,488
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
67,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43,337
position lamp(s) not working 23,341
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,042
Registration plate lamp not working 18,379
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,551
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A164 SGN is a 1983 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 78,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Celica fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43,337 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A164 SGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Celica typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 43 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A164 SGN registered?

A164 SGN is a 1983 Toyota Celica, first registered on 23 December 1983.

Is A164 SGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A164 SGN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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