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CP03 CEF

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

134,615 mi
Last recorded134,615 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 CEF
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 134,615 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2025 134,615 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 125,321 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 111,804 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil springs, power steering pipes and anti roll bar corroded.

Pass 6 Sep 2022 99,536 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 99,536 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 85,080 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 81,658 miles

Both sills (rear) NSR /OSR showing signs of corrosion

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs corroded inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 81,647 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. OSR seat back rest will not stay in upright position (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Both sills (rear) NSR /OSR showing signs of corrosion

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs corroded inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 75,811 miles

N/s front tyre is worn on the inner edge & is close to the limit.

Rear brake discs are corroding.

Pass 25 Apr 2018 73,357 miles

Rear brake discs are corroding.

Some fluctuation on rear braking efforts.

Fail 25 Apr 2018 73,357 miles

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

Rear brake discs are corroding.

Some fluctuation on rear braking efforts.

Pass 12 Dec 2016 64,258 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 56,534 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 56,524 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 52,250 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 47,479 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 47,476 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 37,309 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 28,309 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 17,577 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 16,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 15,597 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 13,083 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 10,664 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 8,315 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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CP03 CEF is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CP03 CEF, 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.

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What year was CP03 CEF registered?

CP03 CEF is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is CP03 CEF safe to buy?

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