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ANT 789T

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

52,800 mi
Last recorded52,800 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANT 789T
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 52,800 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing unevenly developing flat spots (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms and and rear anti roll bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 51,916 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 50,980 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 50,875 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 49,880 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 47,786 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 47,786 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both tyres 205/45/zr17 88w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 45,784 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 45,487 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 43,540 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 41,223 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 37,572 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 34,431 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 31,706 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 29,948 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 28,801 miles

Screenwash frozen

Pass 26 Jan 2011 27,812 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 17 Feb 2010 26,282 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 24,019 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 21,623 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 18,946 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 14,363 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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ANT 789T is a 2003 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 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 ANT 789T, 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

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What year was ANT 789T registered?

ANT 789T is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is ANT 789T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANT 789T 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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