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EX03 VTJ

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

114,511 mi
Last recorded114,511 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 VTJ
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2022 114,511 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 107,229 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 94,456 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 94,456 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 93,955 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 86,096 miles

rear components corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2017 83,380 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small pin hole but not leaking excessive (7.1.2)

bonnet safety catch is seized

Pass 7 Apr 2016 80,757 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 80,757 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner and outer side walls (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 76,016 miles

inner sidewalls dteriorated on both front tyres

Fail 2 Apr 2015 76,016 miles

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

inner sidewalls dteriorated on both front tyres

Pass 4 Apr 2014 69,826 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 69,826 miles

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

n/s/f wiper poor

o/s/f plastic trim loose in engine bay

Pass 7 Mar 2013 64,763 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2012 56,231 miles

rear pads and discs worn

Fail 15 Mar 2011 50,808 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear discs and pads are worn

Pass 15 Mar 2011 50,808 miles

rear discs and pads are worn

Fail 3 Mar 2010 42,575 miles

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

handbrake has travel

offside front foglamp is broken

Pass 3 Mar 2010 42,575 miles

handbrake has travel

offside front foglamp is broken

Pass 9 Mar 2009 32,143 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 26,874 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 22,942 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 22,858 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 22,858 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 19,380 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 VTJ is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 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 EX03 VTJ, 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 EX03 VTJ registered?

EX03 VTJ is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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