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G103 TGC

1989 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

260,424 mi
Last recorded260,424 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2010
Typical for 1989 Toyota Celica110,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG103 TGC
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2010 260,424 miles

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

fuel pipes and brake pipes n/s along chassis, showing signs of corrosion

Pass 5 Jan 2010 251,153 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f inner c.v boot split

Pass 13 Jan 2009 233,895 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 6 Jan 2009 233,845 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 218,430 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 218,116 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 198,052 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 198,047 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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G103 TGC is a 1989 Toyota Celica in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 110,265 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 G103 TGC, 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 37 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G103 TGC registered?

G103 TGC is a 1989 Toyota Celica, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G103 TGC safe to buy?

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