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VU51 XYG

2002 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,463 mi
Last recorded55,463 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 XYG
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 55,463 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 54,365 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 54,365 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 53,003 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 53,003 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 51,513 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 50,286 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 49,049 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 47,821 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 46,558 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 45,676 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 44,581 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 42,696 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 42,696 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 41,216 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 40,192 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 39,135 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 37,963 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 36,864 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 34,876 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2009 32,791 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 32,791 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 31,204 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 29,434 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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VU51 XYG is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VU51 XYG, 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

How do I check the history of VU51 XYG?

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What year was VU51 XYG registered?

VU51 XYG is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is VU51 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU51 XYG shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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