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XLJ 452X

1997 Toyota Celica

Grey Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,862 mi
Last recorded109,862 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Celica108,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 452X
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 109,862 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 109,862 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2017 109,821 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2017 109,821 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 109,751 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 107,657 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 106,090 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 102,565 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 98,316 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

mid to rear exhaust joint heavily corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2011 93,399 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel filler pipes corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2010 89,131 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 85,845 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 85,845 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 81,865 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2008 81,703 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 76,213 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 64,241 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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XLJ 452X is a 1997 Toyota Celica in Grey with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 108,771 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 XLJ 452X, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XLJ 452X registered?

XLJ 452X is a 1997 Toyota Celica, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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