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FE03 VAU

2003 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,701 mi
Last recorded66,701 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 VAU
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 66,701 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both units are faded to excess. (1.7.5a)

Offside wiper gives poor clearance

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer is corroded and slightly blowing (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2015 61,827 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 61,827 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 55,856 miles

front tyres are very worn n/s front is cut on sidewall very close to cords

n/s rear tyre is cut in tread very close to cords

rear brake pads are worn close to the legal limit

Fail 15 Mar 2013 51,169 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 51,169 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 43,354 miles

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

n/s front tyre is very worn and is cut on sidewall

Pass 23 Feb 2011 38,894 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Feb 2011 38,894 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 34,152 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,730 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 25 Feb 2008 25,581 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 20,695 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 16,322 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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FE03 VAU is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FE03 VAU, 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 FE03 VAU registered?

FE03 VAU is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is FE03 VAU safe to buy?

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