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XVT 35S

1978 Toyota Celica

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,197 mi
Last recorded86,197 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Toyota Celica72,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVT 35S
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 86,197 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 86,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 86,172 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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XVT 35S is a 1978 Toyota Celica in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 72,589 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XVT 35S, 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 48 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XVT 35S?

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What year was XVT 35S registered?

XVT 35S is a 1978 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is XVT 35S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVT 35S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XVT 35S have outstanding finance?

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