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OPC 870W

1981 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,094 mi
Last recorded27,094 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2006
Typical for 1981 Toyota Celica51,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPC 870W
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2006 27,094 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 27,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 26,694 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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OPC 870W is a 1981 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OPC 870W, 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

How do I check the history of OPC 870W?

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What year was OPC 870W registered?

OPC 870W is a 1981 Toyota Celica, first registered on 24 April 1981.

Is OPC 870W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPC 870W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPC 870W have outstanding finance?

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