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A31 JOY

2005 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

60,969 mi
Last recorded60,969 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Celica79,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA31 JOY
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 60,969 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2026 60,969 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 59,627 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 58,846 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 57,962 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 57,962 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 56,629 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 55,342 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 54,304 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 52,903 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 51,692 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 50,424 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 49,286 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 47,870 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 46,634 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 44,933 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 43,658 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 42,179 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 38,793 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 33,772 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 27,923 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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A31 JOY is a 2005 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 79,656 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 A31 JOY, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A31 JOY registered?

A31 JOY is a 2005 Toyota Celica, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is A31 JOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A31 JOY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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