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DG53 KNV

2003 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,946 mi
Last recorded43,946 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 KNV
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2025 43,946 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 43,756 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 43,398 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 43,174 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 42,777 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 42,121 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 41,200 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 40,139 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear end corroded including surrounding components. Springs & anti roll bar etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 39,156 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 36,789 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 36,194 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 34,743 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 33,567 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2012 32,021 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 30,021 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 26,782 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 22,996 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 18,780 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 15,507 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 12,632 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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DG53 KNV is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DG53 KNV, 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 DG53 KNV registered?

DG53 KNV is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DG53 KNV safe to buy?

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