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KF51 VSX

2001 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

132,244 mi
Last recorded132,244 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Toyota Celica90,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF51 VSX
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 132,244 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 126,518 miles

Exhaust bolt missing

Pass 5 Apr 2024 120,706 miles

Brake discs rusty all x4,should clean up with use

Front Exhaust bolt missing

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

Fail 14 Mar 2024 120,699 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All x4 discs,but should clean up with use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust securing bolt missing.

Pass 19 Jan 2023 119,898 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 117,937 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 117,932 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and rear area (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested due to exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low broken light unit (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 117,315 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 117,315 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 115,312 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 115,312 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 May 2017 113,827 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 111,084 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 111,084 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 105,678 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 102,396 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 7 Jan 2014 102,396 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 14,631 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 97,717 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 94,792 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 94,781 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 90,850 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 87,262 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2008 87,262 miles

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Aug 2007 83,072 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 79,888 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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KF51 VSX is a 2001 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 KF51 VSX, 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 KF51 VSX registered?

KF51 VSX is a 2001 Toyota Celica, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is KF51 VSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF51 VSX shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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