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RL52 RYC

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

303,838 mi
Last recorded303,838 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 RYC
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 303,838 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

alternator belt worn

Pass 25 Jan 2019 291,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 259,792 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 238,232 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 210,468 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 193,975 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2014 157,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 157,624 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 150,863 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Jan 2012 115,755 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 84,502 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front offside brake effort rising a little slower than nearside

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 84,502 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front offside brake effort rising a little slower than nearside

Pass 30 Mar 2010 83,537 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 72,421 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 58,207 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 46,540 miles

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

puncture offside rear

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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RL52 RYC is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 82,604 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 RL52 RYC, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RL52 RYC registered?

RL52 RYC is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is RL52 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 RYC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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