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X898 TAO

2000 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,746 mi
Last recorded88,746 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Toyota Celica94,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX898 TAO
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 88,746 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2017 83,723 miles

all brake disc's corroded

Fail 13 May 2017 83,596 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)

Offside Front brake has slight bind

Offside Front fog light not working

all brake disc's corroded

condensation in offside headlight unit

engine management lamp on

exhaust bolt missing /snapped front pipe

general corrosion on underside of vehicle

tail gate struts weak

Pass 4 May 2016 77,490 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 77,490 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2015 73,656 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 73,656 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)

Pass 8 May 2014 68,469 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 64,590 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 58,850 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 May 2011 52,965 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 46,379 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 46,095 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 44,662 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 41,480 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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X898 TAO is a 2000 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 94,967 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 X898 TAO, 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 26 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 X898 TAO registered?

X898 TAO is a 2000 Toyota Celica, first registered on 13 October 2000.

Is X898 TAO safe to buy?

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