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FL51 YHV

2001 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

154,819 mi
Last recorded154,819 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Toyota Celica90,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 YHV
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 154,819 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 153,128 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted X 4 (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2018 153,110 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Road wheel slightly distorted X 4 (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2015 145,429 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 136,606 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 132,088 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 128,478 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 124,024 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2011 124,022 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 119,073 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 114,466 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 106,232 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 May 2007 100,200 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2007 100,200 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 89,808 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 86,586 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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FL51 YHV is a 2001 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 90,977 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 FL51 YHV, 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 25 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 FL51 YHV registered?

FL51 YHV is a 2001 Toyota Celica, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is FL51 YHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 YHV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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