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GK53 HPU

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

83,523 mi
Last recorded83,523 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 HPU
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 83,523 miles

Auxiliary drive belt poor condition

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 83,523 miles

Auxiliary drive belt poor condition

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 80,978 miles

Auxiliary belt poor.

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear wiper split.

Fail 28 Aug 2020 80,978 miles

Auxiliary belt poor.

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear wiper split.

Pass 12 Sep 2019 78,315 miles

Aux drive belt poor condition

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside rear tyre cracking and scrubbed on inner edge of tread

Offside rear tyre cracking

Fail 12 Sep 2019 78,305 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Aux drive belt poor condition

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside rear tyre cracking and scrubbed on inner edge of tread

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 6 Sep 2018 74,303 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 70,406 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 66,059 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 61,583 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 56,287 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 51,481 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 46,032 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 40,969 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 36,132 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 36,126 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 33,369 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 30,696 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 23,365 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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GK53 HPU is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GK53 HPU, 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 GK53 HPU registered?

GK53 HPU is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is GK53 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK53 HPU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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