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FY53 GVT

2003 Toyota Celica

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

72,819 mi
Last recorded72,819 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 GVT
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 72,819 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 67,751 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 67,723 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2017 67,723 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 66,756 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 66,756 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 63,838 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 63,838 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 59,614 miles

corrosion forming chassi

Pass 4 Dec 2012 54,817 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 48,853 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 48,853 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 42,593 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 40,042 miles

all tyres starting to wear out of shape.

Pass 5 Nov 2008 36,988 miles

Nearside Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 32,939 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 22,756 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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FY53 GVT is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FY53 GVT, 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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What year was FY53 GVT registered?

FY53 GVT is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is FY53 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 GVT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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