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WK53 ZLO

2003 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,056 mi
Last recorded79,056 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 ZLO
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 79,056 miles

Central Front subframe corroded

Central Rear subframe corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 69,330 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 69,050 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 68,232 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 67,733 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 66,474 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 64,661 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 57,743 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 46,666 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 36,736 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 28,246 miles

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

offside rear and nearside rear tyres wearing uneven on inside edges 205/45/17w

Pass 27 Nov 2008 26,169 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 24,119 miles

advise n/s/f tyre damaged on side wall

Pass 29 Aug 2006 18,440 miles

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

Offside Front 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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WK53 ZLO is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 82,604 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 WK53 ZLO, 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 23 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 WK53 ZLO registered?

WK53 ZLO is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is WK53 ZLO safe to buy?

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