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P317 SNH

1997 Toyota Celica

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

62,249 mi
Last recorded62,249 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Celica108,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP317 SNH
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 62,249 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 60,110 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 60,106 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 57,989 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2023 57,915 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 56,539 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 56,057 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 56,049 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 55,541 miles

Exhaust system corroded

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 54,994 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 54,554 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 54,554 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 54,202 miles

exaust clamp corroded but still sercure

Pass 1 Apr 2016 53,266 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2015 52,343 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 52,343 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 50,868 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 47,902 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 45,372 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 43,071 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)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 40,275 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 36,984 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 33,123 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 28,823 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 25,394 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 25,394 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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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P317 SNH is a 1997 Toyota Celica in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P317 SNH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P317 SNH registered?

P317 SNH is a 1997 Toyota Celica, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P317 SNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P317 SNH 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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