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ELZ 1536

1999 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

158,705 mi
Last recorded158,705 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Toyota Celica102,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 1536
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 158,705 miles

underside undersealed

Pass 27 Nov 2024 157,962 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 157,871 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

underside undersealed

Pass 13 Jul 2022 157,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

underside of vehicle thickly coated

Fail 25 Jun 2022 157,150 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

exhaust system noisy

sill covered fitted

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underside of vehicle coated but all appears to be ok

Pass 19 May 2021 156,781 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

sill covered fitted

Fail 19 May 2021 156,781 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

sill covered fitted

Pass 29 May 2020 15,636 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust system noisey

sill covers fitted

underbody coated but all appears to be ok

Fail 29 May 2020 15,636 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust system noisey

sill covers fitted

underbody coated but all appears to be ok

Pass 13 Aug 2011 105,612 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 144,637 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 141,334 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 138,782 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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ELZ 1536 is a 1999 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 102,690 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 ELZ 1536, 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 27 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 ELZ 1536 registered?

ELZ 1536 is a 1999 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is ELZ 1536 safe to buy?

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