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AP53 DHF

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

155,146 mi
Last recorded155,146 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 DHF
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 155,146 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 155,126 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 142,198 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 131,256 miles

CHILD SEAT FITTED IN REAR,UNABLE TO CHECK SEATBELT CORRECTLY

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST PIPE SLIGHT LEAK (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 119,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Dec 2019 119,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 97,121 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 81,893 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 72,291 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 61,008 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 52,642 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 40,431 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 34,146 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 34,146 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 32,284 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 29,586 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 27,214 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 24,457 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 22,298 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 17,741 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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AP53 DHF is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AP53 DHF, 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.

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AP53 DHF is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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