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YH52 TXA

2002 Toyota Celica

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

24,812 mi
Last recorded24,812 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota Celica85,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH52 TXA
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 24,812 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 21,547 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 19,216 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 17,162 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 12,442 miles

light underbody corrosion

Pass 14 Sep 2020 8,919 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 8,388 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 8,285 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 8,066 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 7,765 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 7,482 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 7,259 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 6,977 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 6,682 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 6,425 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 6,425 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 6,149 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 5,909 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 5,753 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 5,389 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 5,268 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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YH52 TXA is a 2002 Toyota Celica in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 85,197 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 YH52 TXA, 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 24 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YH52 TXA?

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What year was YH52 TXA registered?

YH52 TXA is a 2002 Toyota Celica, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is YH52 TXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH52 TXA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YH52 TXA have outstanding finance?

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