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WV55 NLG

2005 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

76,715 mi
Last recorded76,715 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Celica79,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 NLG
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 76,715 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 76,714 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 76,696 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 76,512 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 74,521 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 73,152 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2020 73,152 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 70,228 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 67,026 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 67,026 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 63,036 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 58,777 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 54,491 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 54,491 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 53,288 miles

205/50/R16 87V

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R TYRE;<4109> PERISHED ON EDGES.

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

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

REAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 49,653 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 44,393 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 38,213 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 31,618 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 25,656 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 19,145 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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WV55 NLG is a 2005 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 79,656 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 WV55 NLG, 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 21 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 WV55 NLG registered?

WV55 NLG is a 2005 Toyota Celica, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is WV55 NLG safe to buy?

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