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VK05 MZG

2005 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

161,463 mi
Last recorded161,463 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Toyota Celica79,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 MZG
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2021 161,463 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 159,428 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2020 159,428 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 158,588 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 157,258 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 157,189 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 153,333 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 153,296 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center exhaust blow (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sun strip is caught by wipers (8.3.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 150,306 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 142,969 miles

both sides head lamps beam pattern only just visible

n/s rear tyre has damage to side wall

Fail 12 Feb 2016 142,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both sides head lamps beam pattern only just visible

n/s rear tyre has damage to side wall

Pass 24 Feb 2015 133,880 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2014 126,883 miles

n/s front wheel rim slightly buckled

n/s rear tyre worn close to legal limit

un able to fully inspect sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2013 120,293 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 113,758 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 113,758 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 100,560 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2011 100,560 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 88,613 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2010 88,610 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 75,971 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 75,971 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 55,628 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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VK05 MZG is a 2005 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 79,656 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 VK05 MZG, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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VK05 MZG is a 2005 Toyota Celica, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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