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P101 OLH

1997 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

222,027 mi
Last recorded222,027 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Toyota Celica108,771 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 OLH
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2015 222,027 miles

Centre corrosion appearing to near side rear arch

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

fuel filler neck rusty

oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2015 222,027 miles

Centre corrosion appearing to near side rear

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to fuel filler neck

dampness round off side rear shock absorber

oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2014 215,713 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 210,049 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 21,004 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 203,875 miles

cracks and cuts to all tyres on inside edges but not exposings ply or cords at time of test

fuel filler pipes corroded

Fail 23 Oct 2012 203,872 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

cracks and cuts to all tyres on inside edges but not exposings ply or cords at time of test

fuel filler pipes corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2011 197,023 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 197,023 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 190,453 miles

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 12 Oct 2009 183,205 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Oct 2009 183,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 174,934 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 166,700 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 166,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 158,956 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Oct 2006 158,859 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 148,701 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 148,701 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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P101 OLH is a 1997 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 108,771 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 P101 OLH, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P101 OLH is a 1997 Toyota Celica, first registered on 29 May 1997.

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