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P396 UCA

1997 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,128 mi
Last recorded63,128 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Toyota Celica108,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP396 UCA
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 63,128 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre perrished

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2015 63,128 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre perrished

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2014 63,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

n/s/f tyre perrished

rear tyres perrished

Pass 6 Sep 2013 62,311 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 62,311 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 61,926 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 61,926 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 61,007 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 60,289 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 59,564 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 57,883 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 57,883 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 54,988 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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P396 UCA is a 1997 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P396 UCA, 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 P396 UCA registered?

P396 UCA is a 1997 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P396 UCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P396 UCA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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