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WM52 LPU

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

99,023 mi
Last recorded99,023 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM52 LPU
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 99,023 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension sub frame suspension arms all other components suspension shock absorbers coil springs corrosion all over

Pass 17 Oct 2024 98,050 miles

heavy corrosion to rear axle but no holes

Pass 25 Oct 2023 96,883 miles

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension bed rusted (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front under bumper loose

Pass 5 Oct 2022 95,543 miles

surface corrosion to rear axle

Pass 18 Oct 2021 94,640 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 93,811 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 17 Oct 2019 92,842 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 91,365 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 89,594 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 87,136 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 84,500 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 80,891 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 77,492 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 14,287 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 70,961 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 66,018 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 66,018 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 61,572 miles

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

front under tray

Pass 20 Oct 2008 56,144 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 50,839 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 46,322 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 43,496 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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WM52 LPU is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 WM52 LPU, 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 WM52 LPU registered?

WM52 LPU is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is WM52 LPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM52 LPU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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