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SB53 SWO

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

151,084 mi
Last recorded151,084 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 SWO
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2019 151,084 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 148,182 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 142,482 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 135,491 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 135,491 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 132,111 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 128,424 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 125,088 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 125,088 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 122,828 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 122,828 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 119,755 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 115,853 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 115,853 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 111,257 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 111,257 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 107,990 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 104,887 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 99,948 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 99,948 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 98,319 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 98,319 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Cut on offside rear tyre wall but not cords exposed

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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SB53 SWO is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SB53 SWO, 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 SB53 SWO registered?

SB53 SWO is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is SB53 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 SWO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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