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YH53 AXN

2003 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,556 mi
Last recorded125,556 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 AXN
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 125,556 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2021 125,556 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 117,021 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 112,122 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 112,122 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 110,110 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 110,110 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 106,350 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Jan 2017 106,350 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 103,162 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 98,617 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Sep 2014 98,617 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2013 93,026 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2012 89,287 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2011 85,815 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 82,328 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 76,830 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 67,386 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 67,386 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 55,121 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 39,893 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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YH53 AXN is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 82,604 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 YH53 AXN, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YH53 AXN registered?

YH53 AXN is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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