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2004 Toyota Celica 1.8L Petrol · YR54 GWY

YR54 GWY

2004 Toyota Celica (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2004. MOT expired on 08 Sept 2022.

Make & Model
TOYOTA CELICA
Year / Origin
2004 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 08 Sept 2022
Road Tax
Untaxed (05 Jan 2023)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 08 Sept 2022
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 05 Jan 2023
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2004
Engine
1796cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available history over the last three years. The most recent MOT, conducted in August 2021 at 144,970 miles, passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that as of that final inspection, the vehicle met all minimum safety and emissions standards. However, because five years have elapsed since that recorded test, the current mechanical condition remains entirely unverified. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. Between August 2018 and August 2021, the car covered 6,957 miles, showing a steady and low-intensity usage rate of roughly 2,300 miles annually. This low annual mileage suggests that wear on drivetrain and suspension components should be minimal, though the lack of any testing data since 2021 is a significant concern as long periods of stationary use can lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown. The historical record shows a single failure in August 2019 at 141,108 miles due to a nearside front service brake binding excessively. While this issue was rectified to allow a passing grade, a buyer should still inspect the brake calipers and caliper slide pins for signs of recurring corrosion or seized pistons. Given the age of the Celica, a physical inspection must also prioritize checking the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches for rust, alongside evaluating the suspension bushes, which often perish on low-mileage vehicles regardless of miles driven.
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YR54 GWY Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration
  • MOT expired on 08/09/2022

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

MOT Expired or Failed
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No MOT history found
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SCRAPPED RECORD

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MOT Status

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