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AF53 UGX

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

132,672 mi
Last recorded132,672 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UGX
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 132,672 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 129,580 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 126,259 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 123,089 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 119,524 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 117,072 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 112,961 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 107,555 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 101,419 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 101,419 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 95,927 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 94,179 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 89,431 miles

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 27 Aug 2014 81,688 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Aug 2014 81,688 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 75,817 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 67,608 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front wipers smearing slightly ok for mot

Pass 25 Aug 2011 58,586 miles

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)

front discs corroded on inner faces

Pass 18 Aug 2010 52,835 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 48,211 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 44,119 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 38,036 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 28,030 miles

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)

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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AF53 UGX is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 82,604 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 AF53 UGX, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF53 UGX?

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What year was AF53 UGX registered?

AF53 UGX is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is AF53 UGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 UGX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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