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PFC 134T

1978 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,452 mi
Last recorded47,452 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1978 Toyota Celica72,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFC 134T
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 47,452 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 47,452 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2009 4,664 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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PFC 134T is a 1978 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 72,589 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 PFC 134T, 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 48 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PFC 134T?

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What year was PFC 134T registered?

PFC 134T is a 1978 Toyota Celica, first registered on 8 September 1978.

Is PFC 134T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFC 134T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PFC 134T have outstanding finance?

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