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MRG 601

1996 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

206,140 mi
Last recorded206,140 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Celica112,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRG 601
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2026 206,140 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 203,307 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 200,861 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 197,674 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 194,662 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 191,615 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 189,076 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 185,315 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 180,054 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 175,032 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 169,022 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 159,434 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 146,088 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 132,937 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 124,397 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 117,788 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 112,235 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 105,845 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 98,980 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 93,043 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 86,481 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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MRG 601 is a 1996 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 112,304 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 MRG 601, 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 30 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 MRG 601?

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What year was MRG 601 registered?

MRG 601 is a 1996 Toyota Celica, first registered on 10 June 1996.

Is MRG 601 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRG 601 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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