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FE53 FUB

2003 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,009 mi
Last recorded113,009 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 FUB
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 113,009 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

surface rust on underside of vehicle

Fail 17 Mar 2018 112,993 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 108,318 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 96,762 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 96,762 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 80,837 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 80,837 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 61,994 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 51,479 miles

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

all brake discs are corroded on inside faces

Fail 3 Apr 2010 41,849 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 41,849 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 34,263 miles

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

rear wiper u/s

Pass 10 Sep 2007 29,174 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 21,578 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FE53 FUB 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 71.4%.

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 FE53 FUB, 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 FE53 FUB registered?

FE53 FUB is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FE53 FUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 FUB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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