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C529 JJN

1986 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

158,763 mi
Last recorded158,763 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Toyota Celica100,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC529 JJN
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 158,763 miles

none standard exhaust system fitted

Fail 7 Nov 2025 158,763 miles

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

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

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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C529 JJN is a 1986 Toyota Celica in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 100,900 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 C529 JJN, 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 40 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C529 JJN registered?

C529 JJN is a 1986 Toyota Celica, first registered on 3 January 1986.

Is C529 JJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C529 JJN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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