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YR03 VTC

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,840 mi
Last recorded40,840 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR03 VTC
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 40,840 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 32,561 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 23,339 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 18,380 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 16,664 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 17 Mar 2014 16,664 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 27 Feb 2013 15,708 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 14,538 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 13,157 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2011 13,157 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 11,553 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 10,404 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 9,388 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 9,342 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 7,919 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 6,674 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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YR03 VTC is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YR03 VTC, 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 YR03 VTC registered?

YR03 VTC is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is YR03 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR03 VTC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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