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D303 EVC

1987 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,583 mi
Last recorded36,583 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Toyota Celica97,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD303 EVC
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 36,583 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 36,454 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 35,930 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 35,914 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 35,560 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 35,560 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 35,034 miles

near side and off side front tyres slightly cracking due to age

Pass 13 Apr 2016 34,777 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 34,210 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 33,578 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 33,578 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 32,575 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 32,092 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 31,231 miles

offside front and both rear tyres sidewall slightly damaged.

Pass 24 Jan 2009 31,150 miles

both rear tyres slightly damaged.

Fail 23 Jan 2009 31,150 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres slightly damaged.

Pass 7 Dec 2007 29,602 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

offside rear tyre slightly damaged.

Pass 12 Dec 2006 29,315 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 29,315 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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D303 EVC is a 1987 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1987 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 97,696 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 D303 EVC, 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 39 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D303 EVC?

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What year was D303 EVC registered?

D303 EVC is a 1987 Toyota Celica, first registered on 26 March 1987.

Is D303 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D303 EVC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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