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SK53 ZBZ

2003 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

167,599 mi
Last recorded167,599 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK53 ZBZ
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 167,599 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 140,489 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 140,487 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 107,848 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 91,978 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 70,397 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 41,936 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 41,936 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2007 28,047 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 18,739 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 18,739 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SK53 ZBZ is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Blue 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 SK53 ZBZ, 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 SK53 ZBZ registered?

SK53 ZBZ is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is SK53 ZBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK53 ZBZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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