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FG53 VVA

2003 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

155,323 mi
Last recorded155,323 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 VVA
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2021 155,323 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 148,547 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 143,487 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 135,498 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 131,241 miles

Central Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion surface rust on rear sub frame (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 128,151 miles

Nearside Rear N/s/r tyre 2.5mm

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/rear tyre 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 127,934 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 123,892 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Nov 2013 117,067 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 117,067 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 103,856 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 103,856 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 90,296 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 18 Oct 2010 79,903 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 69,565 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 58,023 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 46,804 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 46,804 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 33,278 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear 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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FG53 VVA is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FG53 VVA, 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 FG53 VVA registered?

FG53 VVA is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is FG53 VVA safe to buy?

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