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C3 TEM

1999 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2022
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

174,810 mi
Last recorded174,810 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 1999 Toyota Celica102,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 TEM
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 174,810 miles

suspension components + prescribed areas covered in underseal

Fail 20 Aug 2021 174,808 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

suspension components + prescribed areas covered in underseal

Fail 4 Feb 2014 173,518 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 170,572 miles

Oil leak

exhaust corroding

Fail 6 Jun 2013 170,572 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

exhaust corroding

Pass 7 Jun 2012 165,244 miles

exhaust corroding

Fail 7 Jun 2012 165,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust corroding

Pass 24 May 2011 157,184 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 155,846 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 155,846 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 155,139 miles

slight "feathering" on inner edge of o/s/r tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2008 153,539 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 152,377 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 152,377 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 150,427 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 150,336 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear 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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C3 TEM is a 1999 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1999 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 102,690 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 C3 TEM, 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 27 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 C3 TEM registered?

C3 TEM is a 1999 Toyota Celica, first registered on 5 July 1999.

Is C3 TEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 TEM shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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