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BK52 URS

2002 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

176,023 mi
Last recorded176,023 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 URS
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2026 176,023 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 175,001 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension Components Corroded

Fail 21 Jun 2025 174,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension Components Corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2024 173,830 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension Components Corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2023 172,596 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 May 2022 170,810 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 166,284 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 163,122 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 160,006 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 149,403 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 139,465 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 139,465 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 130,909 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 123,548 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 117,677 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 117,677 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 112,466 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 104,502 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 92,037 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 84,897 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 80,874 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 80,874 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 76,595 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 76,595 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 71,856 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 71,856 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 66,725 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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BK52 URS is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 BK52 URS, 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 BK52 URS registered?

BK52 URS is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is BK52 URS safe to buy?

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