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J555 JWT

2001 Toyota Celica

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

132,346 mi
Last recorded132,346 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Toyota Celica90,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 JWT
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 132,346 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 132,301 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 132,268 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 132,235 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 132,012 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 131,911 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 131,671 miles

All tyres perished

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Handbrake lever nearing limit of travel

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 131,078 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 129,302 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2015 128,159 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 128,015 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 125,968 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 125,968 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 122,371 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 117,730 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 111,181 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 104,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2009 104,786 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2008 101,121 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2008 101,114 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2007 97,208 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 92,634 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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J555 JWT is a 2001 Toyota Celica in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 90,977 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 J555 JWT, 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 25 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 J555 JWT registered?

J555 JWT is a 2001 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is J555 JWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 JWT 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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