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SG03 OBY

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,100 mi
Last recorded118,100 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG03 OBY
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 118,100 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 117,982 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported hose (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 106,792 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 98,394 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

O/S/R backplate missing

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 94,148 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 87,041 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 77,291 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 77,269 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 70,890 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 61,117 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 50,649 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 40,750 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 40,750 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 40,737 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 37,917 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 29,931 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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SG03 OBY 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 81.3%.

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 SG03 OBY, 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 SG03 OBY registered?

SG03 OBY is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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