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BRZ 6988

2003 Toyota Celica

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2023
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

162,123 mi
Last recorded162,123 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRZ 6988
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 May 2026 162,123 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2022 160,367 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 160,312 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 160,217 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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BRZ 6988 is a 2003 Toyota Celica in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BRZ 6988, 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 BRZ 6988?

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What year was BRZ 6988 registered?

BRZ 6988 is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is BRZ 6988 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRZ 6988 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BRZ 6988 have outstanding finance?

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