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DNM 970Y

1982 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 2759cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,421 mi
Last recorded62,421 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 1982 Toyota Celica61,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNM 970Y
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,759cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 62,421 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 62,401 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 62,021 miles

advise all tyres side walls perishing rear tyres wearing close to limit

Pass 2 May 2014 61,745 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 61,309 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2013 61,309 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 60,779 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 60,213 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 60,053 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 60,020 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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DNM 970Y is a 1982 Toyota Celica in Red with a 2,759cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 61,044 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 DNM 970Y, 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 44 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 DNM 970Y?

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What year was DNM 970Y registered?

DNM 970Y is a 1982 Toyota Celica, first registered on 3 September 1982.

Is DNM 970Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNM 970Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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