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VFX 139S

1978 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,893 mi
Last recorded33,893 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 1978 Toyota Celica72,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFX 139S
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 33,893 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 239,483 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 239,483 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 113,289 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2012 96,908 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2012 96,908 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Fail 30 Nov 2011 96,908 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Inner Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leaks from engine

slight play in steering column switches

Pass 9 Nov 2010 85,120 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 85,120 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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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VFX 139S is a 1978 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 72,589 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 VFX 139S, 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 48 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 VFX 139S registered?

VFX 139S is a 1978 Toyota Celica, first registered on 4 January 1978.

Is VFX 139S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFX 139S shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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