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FJ52 XET

2002 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,215 mi
Last recorded60,215 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 XET
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 60,215 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 60,179 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 60,144 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 60,113 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 60,037 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 59,978 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 59,809 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 59,733 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 59,594 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 59,329 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 59,169 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 58,616 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 57,916 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 57,019 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 56,983 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 55,908 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 54,607 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 53,272 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

handbrake high

Pass 30 Oct 2008 51,965 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 50,762 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 46,235 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 46,734 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 41,798 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 41,798 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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FJ52 XET is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,197 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 FJ52 XET, 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 24 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 FJ52 XET registered?

FJ52 XET is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FJ52 XET safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ52 XET shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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