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FD52 DCU

2002 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,350 mi
Last recorded112,350 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 DCU
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 112,350 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 112,350 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 99,042 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 87,160 miles

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

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

front brake pads 65%worn

Fail 25 Nov 2013 87,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

front brake pads 65%worn

Pass 22 Nov 2012 74,546 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 62,358 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 25 Nov 2010 49,467 miles

both rear tyres crackingt on tread (not to cords )

Pass 24 Nov 2009 38,733 miles

both front tyres very low

Pass 20 Nov 2008 26,029 miles

front brake pads worn close to limits (( replace soon))

Pass 22 Nov 2007 15,221 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 15,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 4,022 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge and cracking

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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FD52 DCU is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FD52 DCU, 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

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What year was FD52 DCU registered?

FD52 DCU is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is FD52 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 DCU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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