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XYW 558T

1978 Toyota Celica

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,534 mi
Last recorded81,534 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Toyota Celica72,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYW 558T
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 81,534 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 81,524 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 81,514 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 81,510 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 81,178 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 81,178 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 80,798 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 80,358 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 80,262 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 79,752 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 78,067 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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XYW 558T is a 1978 Toyota Celica in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 XYW 558T, 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 XYW 558T?

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What year was XYW 558T registered?

XYW 558T is a 1978 Toyota Celica, first registered on 2 October 1978.

Is XYW 558T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYW 558T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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