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DE03 BFU

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

110,440 mi
Last recorded110,440 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 BFU
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 110,440 miles

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

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

general under body corrosion

rear discs corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2017 105,487 miles

Front & Rear discs corroded

Front coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)

General underbody corrosion

Offside rear tyre is wearing unevenly

Rear coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 38,790 miles

General underbody corrosion

Fail 5 Dec 2016 38,790 miles

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 94,958 miles

Underbody corrosion

Pass 4 Dec 2014 88,198 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 88,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 81,081 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 74,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 74,143 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 67,181 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 60,244 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 52,636 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 45,417 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 40,042 miles

Covers over outer sills limiting inspection

Trims fitted under bonnet limiting inspection

Underguards fitted limiting inspection

Water ingress to nearside headlight

Pass 22 Mar 2007 32,919 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 25,026 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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DE03 BFU is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DE03 BFU, 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 DE03 BFU registered?

DE03 BFU is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is DE03 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 BFU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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