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YS03 XVJ

2003 Toyota Celica

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

179,061 mi
Last recorded179,061 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS03 XVJ
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2017 179,061 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

engine management light on

unable to check outer sill's for corrosion due to sill cover's

Fail 18 Nov 2016 178,481 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Body has slight corrosion Underbody (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 171,557 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 159,328 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 147,064 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 137,201 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 123,902 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 110,085 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 98,715 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 90,744 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 21 Jul 2007 77,916 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 65,426 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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YS03 XVJ is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YS03 XVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YS03 XVJ registered?

YS03 XVJ is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is YS03 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS03 XVJ shows 12 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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