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HPC 487V

1980 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,779 mi
Last recorded59,779 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1980 Toyota Celica54,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPC 487V
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 59,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 59,779 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2016 59,667 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 59,522 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 59,520 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 59,292 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 58,969 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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HPC 487V is a 1980 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 54,632 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HPC 487V, 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 46 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HPC 487V registered?

HPC 487V is a 1980 Toyota Celica, first registered on 27 March 1980.

Is HPC 487V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPC 487V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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