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GP03 ZPE

2003 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

108,249 mi
Last recorded108,249 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 ZPE
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 108,249 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 106,553 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake efficiency recorded lower effort, it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 106,543 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 104,430 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 101,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 100,309 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 99,502 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 98,151 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 97,091 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 95,538 miles

General corrosion under vehicle

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 92,023 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 89,294 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 86,471 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 85,466 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

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

pin hole in n/s/f outer c.v gaitor

poor beam pattern

Pass 3 Nov 2014 85,466 miles

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

pin hole in n/s/f outer c.v gaitor

poor beam pattern

Pass 24 Oct 2013 78,030 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Oct 2012 70,483 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 70,483 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 62,147 miles

front tyres worn on edges

nearside front & offside rear rims buckled slightly

Pass 25 Oct 2010 54,841 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front and rear discs rusting

splits in both front wipers

Pass 26 Oct 2009 46,916 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 38,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 32,236 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 32,236 miles

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 25,160 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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GP03 ZPE is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 GP03 ZPE, 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 GP03 ZPE registered?

GP03 ZPE is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is GP03 ZPE safe to buy?

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