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Y488 BLB

2005 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,245 mi
Last recorded73,245 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Toyota Celica79,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY488 BLB
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 73,245 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 72,854 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 72,271 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 72,271 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 67,188 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 67,184 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks battery live wire insecure (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 58,025 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 50,474 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 48,271 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 42,050 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 38,164 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 36,077 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 34,233 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2011 34,233 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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 has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 29,729 miles

Front number plate cracked

n/s/r tyre sidewall damage

Pass 1 Nov 2008 27,119 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 45,730 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 21,343 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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Y488 BLB is a 2005 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y488 BLB, 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.

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What year was Y488 BLB registered?

Y488 BLB is a 2005 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is Y488 BLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y488 BLB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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