1995 · 29 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1995 Toyota Celica MOT pass rate and common faults

128 MOT tests in 2024. 65.6% passed first time, compared with 66.8% for all cars the same age.

98About average
Passed first time65.6%
Failed or needed repairs34.4%
Typical mileage at test120,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 128 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits3.9%
  2. Position lamp: not working3.1%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.1%
  4. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits3.1%
  5. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits3.1%
  6. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.1%
  7. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.3%
  8. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength2.3%
  9. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits2.3%
  10. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.6%

Problem areas

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

  1. Emissions & leaks19.5%
  2. Lights & electrics14.1%
  3. Suspension13.3%
  4. Brakes12.5%
  5. Body & chassis7.0%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.5%
  7. Tyres5.5%
  8. Wheels1.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine21.9%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.5%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases11.7%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened10.2%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm10.2%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year is about as good as an average car its age. 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 1995 Toyota Celica?

In 2024, 65.6% of 1995 Toyota Celica cars passed their MOT first time, across 128 tests. The average for all 29-year-old cars was 66.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1995 Toyota Celica?

The most common failure reasons were catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; position lamp: not working; exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. The biggest problem area was emissions & leaks.

Is the 1995 Toyota Celica reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 98, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).