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J438 PNA

1992 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,431 mi
Last recorded146,431 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1992 Toyota Celica124,543 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ438 PNA
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 146,431 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

underside heavillyundersealed

Pass 9 Dec 2016 146,382 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 138,395 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 128,970 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 117,909 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 109,627 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 105,655 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2011 105,619 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 102,170 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 102,149 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 96,526 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 96,427 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 82,936 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 75,118 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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J438 PNA is a 1992 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1992 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 124,543 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 J438 PNA, 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 34 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 J438 PNA registered?

J438 PNA is a 1992 Toyota Celica, first registered on 31 March 1992.

Is J438 PNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J438 PNA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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