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FP51 GEJ

2002 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

191,982 mi
Last recorded191,982 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 GEJ
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 191,982 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some components

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

Offside and nearside plastic sill covers fitted

Oil leak ()

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 20 Sep 2016 191,589 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.142 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 0.86% (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 204 ppm (7.3.D.3)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Offside and nearside plastic sill covers fitted

Oil leak ()

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Oct 2015 176,212 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Oct 2014 157,741 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2014 157,741 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 141,344 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 131,273 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 116,550 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 110,845 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 104,832 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 97,943 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 87,174 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 74,547 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 56,785 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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FP51 GEJ is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FP51 GEJ, 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.

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What year was FP51 GEJ registered?

FP51 GEJ is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is FP51 GEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 GEJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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