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CMB 271S

1978 Toyota Celica

Red Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Toyota Celica72,589 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMB 271S
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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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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CMB 271S is a 1978 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1978 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 72,589 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 CMB 271S, 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 48 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CMB 271S registered?

CMB 271S is a 1978 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is CMB 271S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMB 271S shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CMB 271S have outstanding finance?

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