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VO52 OCY

2002 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

83,701 mi
Last recorded83,701 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO52 OCY
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 83,701 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 82,198 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 80,509 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 77,891 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 74,604 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 73,113 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 71,320 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2019 71,320 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 68,246 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 68,246 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 66,037 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 64,205 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 63,550 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 61,778 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 61,214 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 60,664 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 59,590 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 57,992 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 55,624 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 52,629 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 48,222 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 44,758 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 35,938 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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VO52 OCY is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 VO52 OCY, 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 VO52 OCY registered?

VO52 OCY is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is VO52 OCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO52 OCY shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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