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GJ53 THF

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,356 mi
Last recorded77,356 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 THF
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 77,356 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 76,259 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 75,460 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 74,838 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 72,841 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 70,774 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 66,773 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 63,350 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 62,446 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 60,722 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 59,303 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 56,625 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 53,256 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 53,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 51,688 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 47,774 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 47,730 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2010 43,913 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 38,482 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 32,273 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 24,967 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 18,268 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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GJ53 THF is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 THF, 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 GJ53 THF registered?

GJ53 THF is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is GJ53 THF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ53 THF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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