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GJ53 MWA

2003 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

110,735 mi
Last recorded110,735 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 MWA
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 110,735 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 103,208 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 112,546 miles

Nearside Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 17 Apr 2014 100,613 miles

Nearside Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 97,201 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2013 97,201 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 94,208 miles

Front and rear discs corroding

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

Fail 7 Dec 2011 94,208 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front and rear discs corroding

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 86,699 miles

all four tyres worn close to limit

both rear brake discs surface corrossion

Pass 4 Dec 2009 79,940 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 68,976 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 58,288 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 45,556 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 43,989 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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GJ53 MWA is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GJ53 MWA, 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 GJ53 MWA registered?

GJ53 MWA is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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