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SF05 XTJ

2005 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,350 mi
Last recorded154,350 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Celica79,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 XTJ
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2026 154,350 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 154,330 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 154,166 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 142,476 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 135,046 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 128,363 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 128,041 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 120,111 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 117,863 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 110,914 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 90,044 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 90,044 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 87,799 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 87,795 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 82,038 miles

Both rear brakes are partially seized.

Pass 3 Mar 2011 70,260 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2011 70,260 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 65,342 miles

nearside rear tyre deteriorated on tread

Pass 18 Mar 2009 58,843 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 58,843 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 49,540 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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SF05 XTJ is a 2005 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 79,656 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 SF05 XTJ, 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 21 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 SF05 XTJ registered?

SF05 XTJ is a 2005 Toyota Celica, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is SF05 XTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 XTJ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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