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AE02 VXB

2002 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

69,852 mi
Last recorded69,852 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 VXB
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 69,852 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 68,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 58,976 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2023 49,303 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front & rear suspension components corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2022 40,513 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 30,282 miles

front and rear suspension compotes corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2020 28,690 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 27,934 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 27,004 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 27,004 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 26,138 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 25,179 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Into Flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Slight corrosion, Front brake discs inner faces

Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 22,474 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2013 20,793 miles

osf wheel slightly bent

Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,481 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2011 18,233 miles

front wipers slightly smearing

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 28 Apr 2010 16,700 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 May 2009 15,378 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 13,943 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 12,420 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 10,302 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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AE02 VXB is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,197 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 AE02 VXB, 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 24 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 AE02 VXB registered?

AE02 VXB is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is AE02 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 VXB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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