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LIA 5481

1997 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,042 mi
Last recorded31,042 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Celica108,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIA 5481
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 31,042 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 30,880 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 29,884 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 28,869 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2013 28,453 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 28,453 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 28,090 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 27,097 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

brake calipers slightly corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2011 27,097 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

brake calipers slightly corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2010 27,020 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 27,014 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 27,014 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 27,010 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 26,597 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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LIA 5481 is a 1997 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 1997 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 108,771 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 LIA 5481, 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 29 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 LIA 5481 registered?

LIA 5481 is a 1997 Toyota Celica, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is LIA 5481 safe to buy?

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