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FY03 LUW

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

168,462 mi
Last recorded168,462 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 LUW
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 168,462 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underbody & Suspension Parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 160,222 miles

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

Underbody Corroded (Surface Rust)

Pass 28 Sep 2023 150,829 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 141,113 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 135,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Slight corrosion under body, inner sills and suspension components. Both sides.

Pass 23 Feb 2019 131,745 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 121,450 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 116,333 miles

Oil leak ()

Oil leak ()

surface corrosion to vehicle underside

Pass 23 Feb 2016 111,847 miles

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)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 103,869 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 96,077 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 93,127 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 88,471 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 83,604 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 75,484 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 67,692 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 67,692 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)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 61,366 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 54,877 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 32,717 miles

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

o/s/f tyre cut to side wall, no cords showing

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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FY03 LUW is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 FY03 LUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY03 LUW registered?

FY03 LUW is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is FY03 LUW safe to buy?

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