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DA52 OVB

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

183,462 mi
Last recorded183,462 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 OVB
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 183,462 miles

underbody corroding

Pass 22 Jan 2024 153,778 miles

underbody corroding

Pass 21 Jan 2023 127,256 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear UNDER SIDERUSTY

Fail 21 Jan 2023 127,228 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 121,051 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 119,203 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 116,091 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 113,377 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 111,518 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 108,830 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 106,005 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 104,518 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 101,951 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 96,470 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 96,470 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 92,425 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2011 88,341 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 88,341 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 85,918 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 13 Jan 2009 83,035 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2008 79,575 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 76,785 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 62,329 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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DA52 OVB is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DA52 OVB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA52 OVB registered?

DA52 OVB is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is DA52 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA52 OVB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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