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FY53 VMM

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

125,338 mi
Last recorded125,338 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 VMM
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 125,338 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 117,712 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 111,754 miles

both front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

both front wipers slightly smearing

o\s\r brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2016 106,271 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 102,245 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 96,449 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 96,449 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 87,844 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

offside and nearside front wiper blades split

Pass 5 Aug 2013 87,844 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

offside and nearside front wiper blades split

Pass 9 Aug 2012 81,288 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 81,288 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 66,757 miles

all discs corroded

rear tyres feathered on inner edges

Pass 18 Sep 2010 62,805 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front 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 8 Sep 2009 45,100 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 38,875 miles

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

nearside front tyre begining to crack on inside wall

Pass 24 Sep 2007 29,474 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 18,916 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 VMM is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VMM, 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 FY53 VMM registered?

FY53 VMM is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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