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FN53 VPK

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,794 mi
Last recorded141,794 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 VPK
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 141,794 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear boot dampers weak

Fail 2 Feb 2026 141,794 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear boot dampers weak

Pass 28 Jan 2025 140,177 miles

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

rear bootlid dampers weak

Fail 28 Jan 2025 140,177 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

rear bootlid dampers weak

Pass 31 Jan 2024 138,147 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2024 138,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 135,675 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Surface corrison rear

Pass 18 Dec 2021 132,767 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Dec 2021 132,767 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 129,760 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 129,760 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 125,219 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Dec 2019 125,219 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 119,743 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 119,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 114,195 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 114,195 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 110,881 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 106,517 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 8 Dec 2014 100,872 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 7 Dec 2013 93,600 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 85,524 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2012 85,524 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 81,096 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 9 Dec 2011 81,096 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 76,432 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 70,313 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 68,382 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 59,760 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 48,782 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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FN53 VPK is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FN53 VPK, 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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FN53 VPK is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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