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SO53 AWR

2003 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,478 mi
Last recorded131,478 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 AWR
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 131,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 127,021 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 120,252 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 112,720 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 105,853 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 98,378 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 90,201 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 81,701 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 73,401 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 71,113 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

frt+rear discs corroded and worn and slightly marked

Pass 21 Jul 2011 71,113 miles

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

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

frt+rear discs corroded and worn and slightly marked

Pass 22 Jul 2010 64,503 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 47,467 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 46,764 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 30,819 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 26,809 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 26,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 19,344 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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SO53 AWR is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SO53 AWR, 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 SO53 AWR registered?

SO53 AWR is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is SO53 AWR safe to buy?

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