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B2 AYR

1998 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,039 mi
Last recorded45,039 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Celica108,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 AYR
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 45,039 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 44,725 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 44,242 miles

Rear silencer and mounting flange corroded.

Pass 13 Apr 2023 43,838 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 43,461 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 43,060 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 42,673 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 42,673 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit battery + loose (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 42,115 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 41,529 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 39,900 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 38,605 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 37,573 miles

Nearside Front Lower brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 37,573 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 36,127 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 34,922 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 34,912 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 33,760 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 32,324 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front discs pitted on inner faces

offside headlamp lense chipped

Pass 31 Jul 2009 31,355 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

strongley advise all tyres x4 showing heavy perrishing at tread to wall of tyres , advise renew all 4 tyres

Pass 10 Jul 2008 30,216 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 25,146 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 24,316 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 24,291 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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B2 AYR is a 1998 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 108,130 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 B2 AYR, 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 28 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 B2 AYR registered?

B2 AYR is a 1998 Toyota Celica, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is B2 AYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 AYR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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