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G118 SCG

1997 Toyota Celica

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,875 mi
Last recorded155,875 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2006
Typical for 1997 Toyota Celica108,771 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG118 SCG
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2006 155,875 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 155,871 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

condition of front and rear brake pads bline

corrosion on front and rear suspension

corrosion to front brake pipes too flexis

oil leak

play in steering rack borderline

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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G118 SCG is a 1997 Toyota Celica in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 108,771 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 G118 SCG, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G118 SCG registered?

G118 SCG is a 1997 Toyota Celica, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is G118 SCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G118 SCG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G118 SCG have outstanding finance?

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