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WA02 DHX

2002 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

143,313 mi
Last recorded143,313 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA02 DHX
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 143,313 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 140,839 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 137,669 miles

Both front discs are corroded on the insides

Pass 18 Nov 2022 134,906 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 134,906 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 131,464 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 129,580 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 May 2019 126,161 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 May 2019 126,161 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 117,284 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 108,718 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 100,437 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 91,584 miles

Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2014 83,667 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 77,555 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 71,663 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 65,861 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 58,035 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 50,996 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 46,332 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 42,451 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 36,435 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 36,246 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advise both front inner pads just starting to get low approx 3-4mm

advise spare tyre on legal limit

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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WA02 DHX is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WA02 DHX, 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 WA02 DHX registered?

WA02 DHX is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 23 March 2002.

Is WA02 DHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA02 DHX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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