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CLZ 2480

1998 Toyota Celica

Grey Other 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

146,789 mi
Last recorded146,789 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Toyota Celica108,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 2480
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2025 146,789 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2025
Pass 10 Aug 2025 146,639 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2025 146,554 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 144,355 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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CLZ 2480 is a 1998 Toyota Celica in Grey with a 1,998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 CLZ 2480, 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

How do I check the history of CLZ 2480?

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What year was CLZ 2480 registered?

CLZ 2480 is a 1998 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is CLZ 2480 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 2480 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLZ 2480 have outstanding finance?

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