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N257 FTP

1996 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

181,529 mi
Last recorded181,529 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Celica112,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN257 FTP
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2026 181,529 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel filler pipes corroded

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis, around ABS pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel pipe above fuel tank corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 179,096 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Fail 1 Jul 2025 179,090 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure heavily corroded supporting rear handbrake shoes (1.1.14 (d))

Offside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure heavily corroded supporting rear handbrake shoes (1.1.14 (d))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front crossmember heavily corroded

front lower suspension arms corroded

general underbody corrosion

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2024 178,340 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

bonnet release cable broken (temporary repair fitted)

coil springs corroded

fuel filler neck pipes corroded

general underbody corrosion

n/s/f paint/bumper damaged

o/s/r outer sill corroded

rear brake discs backplates heavily corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2024 178,336 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

bonnet release cable broken (temporary repair fitted)

coil springs corroded

fuel filler neck pipes corroded

general underbody corrosion

n/s/f paint/bumper damaged

o/s/r outer sill corroded

rear brake discs backplates heavily corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2023 177,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion evident in o/side rear floorpan

corrosion evident on fuel filler & feed pipes

o/side rear disc backplate corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2022 176,192 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2021 175,000 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 175,000 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 174,221 miles

Fuel pipes slight corrosion

Fuel tank filler neck corrosion

Pass 21 Aug 2019 171,574 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 168,628 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 163,917 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 158,411 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 154,943 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 150,196 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 143,749 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 136,903 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 130,600 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

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

rear brake discs pitted & worn

Pass 9 Aug 2010 123,457 miles

rear brake discs pitted

Fail 6 Aug 2010 123,453 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 27 Aug 2009 117,655 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 117,648 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 110,127 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 101,822 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 93,551 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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N257 FTP is a 1996 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N257 FTP, 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.

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What year was N257 FTP registered?

N257 FTP is a 1996 Toyota Celica, first registered on 28 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N257 FTP shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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