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P320 KJM

1997 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

188,345 mi
Last recorded188,345 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Celica108,771 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP320 KJM
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 188,345 miles

coolant leak

exhaust braket broken

Fail 8 Apr 2017 188,307 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Coolant leak various points of coolant residue at different unions ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both front (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak requires further investigation to confirm source ()

Rear Exhaust hanger corroded/damaged with part missing but exhaust still adequately supported at time of test

Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both rear (2.4.A.2)

restricted view of front to rear brake pipes which are covered on underside but no obvious fluid loss at time of test

Fail 7 Apr 2017 188,277 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

exhaust brackets broken but still supported

Fail 6 Apr 2017 188,488 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust brackets broken

unable to fully see brakes recommend inspection

Pass 23 Nov 2015 183,687 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2015 183,687 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 165,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

knock from steering rack area

slight damage to nsf tyre wall not excessive

Pass 28 Nov 2013 154,453 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 141,510 miles

both front brake discs corroding reduced area

both rear brake discs corroding osr close to excess

plastic covers fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2011 123,621 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 107,918 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 107,914 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 100,434 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 98,117 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 95,210 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 91,916 miles

Offside Front 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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P320 KJM is a 1997 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P320 KJM, 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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P320 KJM is a 1997 Toyota Celica, first registered on 11 June 1997.

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