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MWB 478W

1981 Toyota Celica

Bronze Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,629 mi
Last recorded54,629 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Toyota Celica51,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWB 478W
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 54,629 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 54,700 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 54,692 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 54,596 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 54,590 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2012 54,498 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 54,490 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 54,090 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 53,851 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 53,698 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 53,698 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2006 53,104 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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MWB 478W is a 1981 Toyota Celica in Bronze with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 51,516 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 MWB 478W, 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 45 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 MWB 478W registered?

MWB 478W is a 1981 Toyota Celica, first registered on 19 June 1981.

Is MWB 478W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWB 478W shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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