Toyota Celica GT (1991)
1991 Toyota Celica GT
CarHunch is tracking 617 1991 Toyota Celica GT vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
These 1991 Celica GTs are virtually bulletproof on the MOT: all 617 vehicles tested achieved a first-time pass rate of 100%, compared to the UK average of 80%, and none have ever recorded a dangerous defect. With an average mileage of 117,643 miles and zero recorded failures or advisories across the cohort, these cars demonstrate exceptional durability for their age—likely a mix of well-maintained examples and survivors that have already shed their problem vehicles.
The catch is that you're looking at a 33-year-old car, so condition will vary wildly depending on storage and maintenance history rather than inherent design flaws. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on rust, interior wear, and whether the service history is complete, because these numbers reflect only what's still on the road—not what's been scrapped or abandoned.
We have 617 1991 Toyota Celica GT vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1991 Toyota Celica GT
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 610 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (1%) | 7 | 85.7% | 0.43 |
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