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FL53 PZX

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

202,272 mi
Last recorded202,272 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 PZX
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 202,272 miles

Both headlights are opaque and faded however beam image is not affected

various areas of corrosion on underside of vehicle however not structural

Pass 26 May 2020 198,264 miles

Nearside Front suspension arm ball joint has signs of a leaking boot but no play detected

Offside Front suspension arm ball joint has signs of a leaking boot but no play detected

general corrosion to components under vehicle

Pass 21 Mar 2019 190,335 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL Brake Discs slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight seepage. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Tailgate Rams weak.

Pass 3 Apr 2018 181,955 miles

ALL Brake Discs slightly worn.

BOTH Rear Tyres slightly mishaped around inner edges.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

N/S/F, O/S/F, & N/S/R Tyres worn to 3mm.

Tailgate Rams weak.

Pass 19 Apr 2017 173,589 miles

BOTH Rear Tyres slightly mishaped around inner edges.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight seepage (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 173,589 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Section of Centre Pipe (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

BOTH Rear Tyres slightly mishaped around inner edges.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight seepage (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 May 2016 165,247 miles

BOTH Tailgate Rams weak.

Factory fitted Engine cover.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Pass 9 Jun 2015 155,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Rear Wiper Blade split @ ends.

Pass 2 Jun 2014 139,428 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 12 Jun 2013 120,932 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jun 2013 120,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2012 104,776 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 90,886 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 90,886 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 78,532 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 68,642 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 59,294 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 50,490 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 39,691 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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FL53 PZX is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc 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 FL53 PZX, 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 FL53 PZX registered?

FL53 PZX is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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