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M401 UTF

2008 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Toyota Celica116,407 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM401 UTF
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

modified for competition use

sill covers fitted

temp exhaust fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2014 81,954 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 77,622 miles

Minor scratches to windscreen in zone A. Not impairing drivers view of the road

Offside front inner cv boot split

Fail 7 Nov 2012 77,622 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

Offside front inner cv boot split

Pass 5 Nov 2011 77,235 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 71,499 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 64,404 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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M401 UTF is a 2008 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 116,407 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 M401 UTF, 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 18 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M401 UTF registered?

M401 UTF is a 2008 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is M401 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M401 UTF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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