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FN02 XVB

2002 Toyota Celica

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests32 (21 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate65.6%

Mileage

94,777 mi
Last recorded94,777 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN02 XVB
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 11 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 94,777 miles
Fail 8 May 2026 94,779 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 May 2025 92,725 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 90,310 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 90,310 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2023 87,469 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 87,469 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 May 2022 84,125 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 80,547 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2021 80,547 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2020 77,528 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2020 77,528 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective Both deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2019 72,839 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 72,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 May 2018 63,848 miles

Offside front brake slightly binding

Fail 2 May 2018 63,848 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front tyre badly worn on edges and badly perished

Offside front brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Apr 2017 60,904 miles

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

under sill covers fitted and offside spring rubber split

Pass 6 Apr 2016 49,797 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 49,797 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2015 36,829 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 30,301 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 30,301 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 22,882 miles

Offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 16 Apr 2012 17,470 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 13,332 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2011 13,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 9,518 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 7,894 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 7,273 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 6,242 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 6,242 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 5,123 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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FN02 XVB is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN02 XVB, 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 FN02 XVB registered?

FN02 XVB is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is FN02 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN02 XVB shows 32 tests with a 65.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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