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VU02 UGB

2002 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

139,296 mi
Last recorded139,296 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 UGB
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 139,296 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 139,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 130,142 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 122,257 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jul 2015 115,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres are just starting to perish and crack

Pass 8 Aug 2014 111,649 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 108,557 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 101,509 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 89,746 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 79,119 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 68,462 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 57,812 miles

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge. both rear tyres are wearing unevenly.

Pass 29 Jun 2007 46,309 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 37,392 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 36,090 miles

Nearside Rear 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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VU02 UGB is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VU02 UGB, 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 VU02 UGB registered?

VU02 UGB is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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