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FM04 LYJ

2004 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

120,047 mi
Last recorded120,047 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Celica80,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 LYJ
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 120,047 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 120,047 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 116,505 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 112,411 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 108,280 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 103,351 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 97,671 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 92,973 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 89,320 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

back box leaking

Pass 27 Oct 2017 85,956 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 80,472 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 74,253 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 68,035 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2014 68,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 62,813 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 62,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 57,102 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 50,921 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 45,671 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 37,581 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 27,575 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 16,689 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 8,231 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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FM04 LYJ is a 2004 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 80,341 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 FM04 LYJ, 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 22 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 FM04 LYJ registered?

FM04 LYJ is a 2004 Toyota Celica, first registered on 2 July 2004.

Is FM04 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 LYJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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