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EX03 VSG

2003 Toyota Celica

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

137,387 mi
Last recorded137,387 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 VSG
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 137,387 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 137,374 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 121,533 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 May 2019 121,333 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 101,579 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 101,579 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced Both on dip beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2017 91,311 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 May 2016 83,903 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 83,903 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 82,677 miles

Brake discs are corroded.

Rear n/s tyre is worn close to limits.

Pass 13 Apr 2013 81,592 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 81,504 miles

Front o/s tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Oct 2010 79,842 miles

( o/s front tyre o/s rear tyre worn )

Pass 30 Jan 2010 75,566 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 67,067 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 57,404 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 47,841 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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EX03 VSG is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EX03 VSG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX03 VSG registered?

EX03 VSG is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is EX03 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 VSG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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