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Toyota Celica

Red · Petrol · 1991 · 1,998 cc

C8 UCAMOT history

C8 UCA is a red petrol Toyota Celica first used on 19 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 214,426 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
214,426 km
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,013 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 UCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
19 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 UCA was last recorded at 214,426 km on 11 Jul 2026, 744 km more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jun 2019: 137,105 miles, lower than 209,696 miles on 16 Jun 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,682 km · 17 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
744 km
Average per year
1,013 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,426 km
  • 2021 – 213,682 km
  • 2015 – 202,037 km
  • 2012 – 199,637 km
  • 2011 – 199,009 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,426 km
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,426 km (+744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    214,426 km
    Test number
    795928937551
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass213,682 km1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    213,682 km
    Test number
    204731259436
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Fail213,682 km1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,682 km
    Test number
    834255395107
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass137,105 miles (-72,591)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    137,105 miles
    Test number
    914953972551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass209,696 miles (+2,496)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    209,696 miles
    Test number
    382821217480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass207,200 miles (+4,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    207,200 miles
    Test number
    378486170262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring worn both side (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion both side (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass203,015 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    203,015 miles
    Test number
    410814610728
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened at lower mounting points (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded across rear of vehical (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail203,014 miles1 failure1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,014 miles
    Test number
    575806765669
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened at lower mounting points (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded across rear of vehical (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass202,037 km (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    202,037 km
    Test number
    548850755005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  10. Fail202,031 km2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,031 km
    Test number
    185289645031
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  11. Pass200,596 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    200,596 miles
    Test number
    699047613283
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteBonnet catch stiff
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail200,596 miles2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,596 miles
    Test number
    919917913201
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteBonnet catch stiff
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass199,637 km (+5)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    199,637 km
    Test number
    449218602257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

  14. Fail199,632 km (+623)1 failure8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,632 km
    Test number
    787675502238
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

  15. Pass199,009 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    199,009 km
    Test number
    195740711113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass187,019 miles (+5,622)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    187,019 miles
    Test number
    973447840044
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBrake pedal action slightly spongy
    • NoteHandbrake travel needs attention
    • NoteRear service brake readings slightly low
    • NoteSill covers fitted unable to check outer sills for corrosion

  17. Pass181,397 miles (+459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    181,397 miles
    Test number
    302757449061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail180,938 miles (+17,108)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,938 miles
    Test number
    603897239036
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass163,830 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    163,830 miles
    Test number
    843757338013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail163,827 miles (+15,763)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,827 miles
    Test number
    944225938075
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass148,064 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    148,064 miles
    Test number
    542056417095
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight leak of grease from o/s/f inner drive shaft boot

  22. Fail148,064 miles (+134,319)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,064 miles
    Test number
    702106117098
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight leak of grease from o/s/f inner drive shaft boot

  23. Pass13,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    13,745 miles
    Test number
    303620246020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about C8 UCA

Does C8 UCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 UCA is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 UCA?
The MOT on C8 UCA is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 UCA done?
C8 UCA was recorded at 214,426 km at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 1,013 km a year.
Has C8 UCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 UCA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on C8 UCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C8 UCA find?
C8 UCA passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear upper brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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