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DX52 VVT

2002 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

130,074 mi
Last recorded130,074 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 VVT
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2014 130,074 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 126,386 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 126,386 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 May 2013 126,386 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Front Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 May 2012 117,433 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 May 2012 117,433 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2011 111,300 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2011 111,300 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 May 2010 98,470 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 85,219 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 72,507 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 72,507 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 62,708 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 51,627 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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DX52 VVT is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,197 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX52 VVT, 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 24 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX52 VVT registered?

DX52 VVT is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is DX52 VVT safe to buy?

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