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FH53 ONB

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

77,622 mi
Last recorded77,622 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 ONB
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 77,622 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 76,298 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 74,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 73,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

boot rams weak

Pass 24 Nov 2021 72,653 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 55 % (1.2.1 (c))

boot struts weak, surface rust on underbody and suspension components

Pass 25 Nov 2020 72,007 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

tail gate struts weak

Pass 6 Nov 2019 70,799 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 68,391 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Nov 2018 68,391 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 66,620 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 66,620 miles

Offside Front Outer brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 64,346 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 62,577 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 59,720 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 57,587 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 57,587 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 55,223 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 52,730 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 50,441 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 47,640 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 44,188 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 39,375 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 30 Nov 2006 34,930 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges

nearside rear seat back has movement on catch, does not disengage

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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FH53 ONB is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FH53 ONB, 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 FH53 ONB registered?

FH53 ONB is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is FH53 ONB safe to buy?

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