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S3 DPV

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,767 mi
Last recorded91,767 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 DPV
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 91,767 miles

oil leak from engine/gear box

slight damage to O/S/R tyre outer wall

Fail 28 Jul 2020 91,767 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

oil leak from engine/gear box

slight damage to O/S/R tyre outer wall

Pass 30 May 2019 82,646 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 80,512 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2013 76,155 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 70,124 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 33,185 miles

o/s/r tyre has been run under inflated. Exhaust centre pipe rusty.

Fail 26 Mar 2010 33,185 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

o/s/r tyre has been run under inflated. Exhaust centre pipe rusty.

Pass 9 Nov 2007 31,453 miles

both front brake dics scored rear brake pads low

Pass 30 Oct 2006 27,007 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 27,007 miles

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

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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S3 DPV is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 S3 DPV, 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 S3 DPV registered?

S3 DPV is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is S3 DPV safe to buy?

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