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P116 JBC

1997 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,680 mi
Last recorded145,680 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Celica108,771 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 JBC
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 145,680 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2015 135,827 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 130,760 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 125,369 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 119,247 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2011 112,672 miles

Oil leak

offside wiper blade split on ends

Pass 18 Jun 2010 106,921 miles

Rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 7 Jun 2010 106,883 miles

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

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

Rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2009 100,481 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 93,424 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 87,759 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 27 May 2006 81,545 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 May 2006 81,545 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Jun 2005 75,334 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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P116 JBC is a 1997 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P116 JBC, 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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What year was P116 JBC registered?

P116 JBC is a 1997 Toyota Celica, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P116 JBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 JBC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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