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FH52 MUC

2003 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

166,540 mi
Last recorded166,540 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 MUC
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 166,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor to Sill/Trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 159,727 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 159,717 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 152,111 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 143,075 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 135,190 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 128,636 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 123,406 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 123,378 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at trailing arm mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at trailing arm mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective at corroded sub frame (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2019 116,399 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 109,059 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer repaired with paste (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

osf and both front to rear brake pipes corroded at ends

Pass 11 May 2017 101,287 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 May 2016 92,556 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 85,879 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 79,584 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)

Fail 26 Apr 2014 79,584 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

Fail 25 May 2013 72,198 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 72,198 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 65,580 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 65,580 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 57,395 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 51,538 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 46,236 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 38,447 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 30,302 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 22,034 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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FH52 MUC is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 FH52 MUC, 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 FH52 MUC registered?

FH52 MUC is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is FH52 MUC safe to buy?

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