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FE53 HBX

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,273 mi
Last recorded94,273 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 HBX
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 94,273 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

both front discs pitted on inner face

Pass 5 Jan 2016 86,121 miles

advise front and rear suspension and brake components becoming corroded

advise n/s/f and o/s/f shock absorber gaitor/dust covers torn

advise rear sub-frame corroded

advise steel fuel pipes return becoming corroded

advise under tray fitted

Fail 4 Jan 2016 86,119 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear inner brake pads (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wiper blades torn (8.2.2)

advise front and rear suspension and brake components becoming corroded

advise n/s/f and o/s/f shock absorber gaitor/dust covers torn

advise rear sub-frame corroded

advise steel fuel pipes return becoming corroded

advise under tray fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2015 80,578 miles

(advise) n/s/f and o/s/f shock absorber dust cover/gaitors torn

(advise) undertrays fitted obscuring some underside items

Pass 16 Dec 2013 74,763 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 67,181 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 58,968 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 54,517 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2009 48,812 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 48,812 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 41,473 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)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 32,616 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 22,852 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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FE53 HBX is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FE53 HBX, 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 HBX registered?

FE53 HBX is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is FE53 HBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 HBX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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