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GL51 VTG

2002 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

120,226 mi
Last recorded120,226 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 VTG
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 120,226 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 120,226 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 118,286 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Fog lamp not working.

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 118,286 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Fog lamp not working.

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 116,524 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Braking surface rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Braking surface rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 114,650 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 113,064 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 110,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 108,905 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 106,283 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 103,629 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 101,152 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 98,123 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 95,538 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 95,538 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 93,178 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 88,416 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 82,934 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 76,633 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 70,613 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 64,542 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 55,463 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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GL51 VTG is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,197 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 GL51 VTG, 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 24 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL51 VTG registered?

GL51 VTG is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is GL51 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 VTG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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