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VK02 WXH

2002 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

127,614 mi
Last recorded127,614 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK02 WXH
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 127,614 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 127,224 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 126,428 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 126,263 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 125,711 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 123,004 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 117,902 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 105,577 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 105,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 95,286 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 87,503 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 77,525 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 10 May 2011 77,525 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2010 68,910 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 68,904 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

nearside rear tyre bald inside edge

Pass 16 May 2009 59,358 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 May 2009 59,358 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 53,578 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 45,623 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 33,031 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 33,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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VK02 WXH is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,197 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 VK02 WXH, 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 24 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 VK02 WXH registered?

VK02 WXH is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 27 April 2002.

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The MOT history for VK02 WXH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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