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ET53 FXC

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,083 mi
Last recorded109,083 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 FXC
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 109,083 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2021 108,879 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front chassis to floor corroded

both front lower arms corroded

both rear inner sills corroded

front and rear sub frames corroded

headlamps misty

unable to check outer sills due to plastic skirts fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2020 102,509 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 97,253 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 97,248 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 88,249 miles

one osr handbrake cable mounting broken

Fail 29 Oct 2018 88,139 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system hose banjo fixing (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside seats (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear hand brake cable bracket

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

battery loose (but secure) wrong size battery for holder

many suspension parts front and rear showing sighns of corrosion

Pass 10 Nov 2017 80,061 miles

Offside Rear caliper slightly wet, no brake fluid leak currently present

Pass 22 Nov 2016 70,121 miles

Body and structure in an advanced state of corrosion

Front and Rear sub frames heavily corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under vehicle components heavily corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2015 64,168 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 56,322 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 51,111 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 47,259 miles

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

o/s/r tyre going out of shape

Pass 14 Dec 2011 42,397 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 42,397 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 38,475 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 33,300 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 29,230 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 24,443 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 18,218 miles

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

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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ET53 FXC is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ET53 FXC, 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 ET53 FXC registered?

ET53 FXC is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is ET53 FXC safe to buy?

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