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SC03 YPK

2003 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

135,362 mi
Last recorded135,362 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 YPK
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 135,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underside and suspension components have been undersealed

Pass 11 Jan 2025 131,440 miles

underside of car has been undersealed

Pass 17 Jan 2024 126,685 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 126,684 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 121,675 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 116,493 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 110,844 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 106,288 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 105,920 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 157,128 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 157,128 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

unable to check seat belts

Pass 3 Dec 2013 95,597 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 93,563 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Dec 2012 93,563 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2011 87,136 miles

rear brake discs have slight wear and surface rust

Fail 23 Nov 2011 87,136 miles

Centre Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

rear brake discs have slight wear and surface rust

Pass 25 Nov 2010 82,479 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 82,479 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 77,099 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 69,794 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 57,034 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 50,665 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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SC03 YPK is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SC03 YPK, 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 SC03 YPK registered?

SC03 YPK is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is SC03 YPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC03 YPK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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