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YHU 916V

1979 Toyota Celica

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,545 mi
Last recorded57,545 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Toyota Celica42,502 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHU 916V
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2019 57,545 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 55,301 miles

slight rust in both rear inner wing panels

Pass 3 Jan 2006 49,273 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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YHU 916V is a 1979 Toyota Celica in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 42,502 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 YHU 916V, 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 47 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 YHU 916V?

You can check the full history of YHU 916V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YHU 916V registered?

YHU 916V is a 1979 Toyota Celica, first registered on 12 September 1979.

Is YHU 916V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHU 916V shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YHU 916V have outstanding finance?

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