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FV53 SZC

2004 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

170,293 mi
Last recorded170,293 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Toyota Celica80,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 SZC
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 170,293 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly corroded

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

vehicle fitted with plastic side trims not allowing inspection of outer sills

Fail 10 May 2017 170,293 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly corroded

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

vehicle fitted with plastic side trims not allowing inspection of outer sills

Pass 16 May 2016 160,216 miles

engine management light illuminated

Fail 16 May 2016 160,216 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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)

engine management light illuminated

Fail 10 May 2016 160,013 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

knocking noise from o/s rear

Pass 8 May 2015

under pans fitted not ALLOWING full inspection of vehicle

Pass 12 May 2014 139,516 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 139,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2013 128,007 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 118,531 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 108,334 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2011 108,334 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2010 97,580 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slight niose

Fail 6 May 2010 97,580 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear wheel bearing slight niose

Pass 11 May 2009 89,596 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 82,251 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 79,578 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 67,603 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FV53 SZC is a 2004 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FV53 SZC, 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.

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What year was FV53 SZC registered?

FV53 SZC is a 2004 Toyota Celica, first registered on 12 January 2004.

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