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TLF 310R

1977 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

97,034 mi
Last recorded97,034 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 1977 Toyota Celica70,981 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLF 310R
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2015 97,034 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

covers on sills

scratches on screen

Fail 22 Jun 2015 97,034 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

covers on sills

scratches on screen

Pass 1 Jul 2014 96,442 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both sills spot welded

covers on sills

exhaust rubbers perished

n/s centre inner sill holed

rear exhaust deterioated

scratches on screen

underside heavily undersealed

Fail 23 Jun 2014 96,439 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both sills spot welded

covers on sills

exhaust rubbers perished

n/s centre inner sill holed

rear exhaust deterioated

scratches on screen

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 12 Jun 2013 95,715 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 95,711 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 94,070 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 93,596 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 92,854 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 92,854 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 92,171 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 90,698 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 90,683 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside handbrake cable insecure

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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TLF 310R is a 1977 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1977 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 70,981 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 TLF 310R, 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 49 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TLF 310R registered?

TLF 310R is a 1977 Toyota Celica, first registered on 7 April 1977.

Is TLF 310R safe to buy?

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