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EY02 CEF

2002 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,677 mi
Last recorded54,677 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY02 CEF
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 54,677 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 52,234 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 51,919 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 51,919 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2021 50,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 48,517 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 46,872 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 13 May 2019 46,872 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

heatshield insecure

Pass 27 Mar 2018 46,162 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 45,374 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 44,153 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2014 43,289 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 42,236 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 41,357 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 40,544 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 39,300 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 38,064 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 36,569 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 33,488 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 28,513 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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EY02 CEF is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,197 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 EY02 CEF, 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 24 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EY02 CEF?

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What year was EY02 CEF registered?

EY02 CEF is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is EY02 CEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY02 CEF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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