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JLG 687T

1979 Toyota Celica

Yellow Petrol 5800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

451 mi
Last recorded451 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Toyota Celica42,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLG 687T
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 451 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 15 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 34,473 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 34,473 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 34,473 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 34,352 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 34,192 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 34,079 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 34,079 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 May 2011 33,949 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 33,949 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 33,949 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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JLG 687T is a 1979 Toyota Celica in Yellow with a 5,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 42,502 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 JLG 687T, 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 47 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JLG 687T?

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What year was JLG 687T registered?

JLG 687T is a 1979 Toyota Celica, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is JLG 687T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLG 687T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JLG 687T have outstanding finance?

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