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VA03 DFX

2003 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,336 mi
Last recorded95,336 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 DFX
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 95,336 miles

all wheels corroded

front registration damaged

nearside rear tyre uneven steping

offside rear tyre perished

oil leak

under body components corroded

under trays

Pass 9 Nov 2015 91,813 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE SPLITTING

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

Fail 9 Nov 2015 91,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low ON DIPP (1.8)

Nearside Rear TYRE SPLITTING

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 87,656 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 81,060 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 75,649 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 75,647 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 70,803 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 65,581 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 20 Sep 2010 65,581 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 59,963 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 35,471 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 35,471 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 45,244 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 37,989 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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VA03 DFX is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 82,604 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VA03 DFX, 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 VA03 DFX registered?

VA03 DFX is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is VA03 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 DFX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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