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EX53 GXZ

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

148,839 mi
Last recorded148,839 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 GXZ
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 148,839 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 146,034 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 141,277 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 136,465 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear exhaust flange (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 131,544 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 126,311 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 122,283 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 115,078 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 115,006 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 97,640 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 96,771 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 88,119 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 85,851 miles

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

Nearside Front brake dragging slightly

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 82,531 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 79,596 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 75,577 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 72,884 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 69,395 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 69,395 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 62,503 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 55,849 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 51,162 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 47,161 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 47,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 41,066 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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EX53 GXZ is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 EX53 GXZ, 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 EX53 GXZ registered?

EX53 GXZ is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 GXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 GXZ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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