1994 · 30 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1994 Toyota Celica MOT pass rate and common faults

104 MOT tests in 2024. 57.7% passed first time, compared with 67.5% for all cars the same age.

85Well below average
Passed first time57.7%
Failed or needed repairs42.3%
Typical mileage at test123,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 104 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits5.8%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength5.8%
  3. Position lamp: not working4.8%
  4. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.8%
  5. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements4.8%
  6. Washers: not working3.8%
  7. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits3.8%
  8. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced2.9%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.9%
  10. Rear fog lamp: not working2.9%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics28.8%
  2. Emissions & leaks23.1%
  3. Brakes18.3%
  4. Suspension15.4%
  5. Body & chassis13.5%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)13.5%
  7. Tyres8.7%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine21.2%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened14.4%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure11.5%
  4. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded9.6%
  5. Sub-frame: corroded and seriously weakened8.7%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1994 Toyota Celica?

In 2024, 57.7% of 1994 Toyota Celica cars passed their MOT first time, across 104 tests. The average for all 30-year-old cars was 67.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1994 Toyota Celica?

The most common failure reasons were catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; position lamp: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1994 Toyota Celica reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 85, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).