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Toyota Celica

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,998 cc

L20 CELMOT history

L20 CEL is a blue petrol Toyota Celica first used on 31 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 91,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2024
Mileage
91,252 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 CEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 CEL was last recorded at 91,252 miles on 3 Mar 2023, 130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,122 miles · 27 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
130 miles
Average per year
1,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 91,252 miles
  • 2021 – 91,122 miles
  • 2019 – 87,940 miles
  • 2017 – 84,872 miles
  • 2015 – 84,770 miles
  • 2014 – 83,343 miles
  • 2013 – 80,542 miles
  • 2011 – 77,637 miles
  • 2010 – 77,618 miles
  • 2009 – 71,768 miles
  • 2008 – 64,067 miles
  • 2007 – 60,064 miles
  • 2006 – 59,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,252 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive fuel pipe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Battery insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,252 miles (+130)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,252 miles
    Test number
    747000452434
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive fuel pipe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,122 miles (+3,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,122 miles
    Test number
    747916461182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass87,940 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    87,940 miles
    Test number
    432733179962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,936 miles (+3,064)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,936 miles
    Test number
    887182053824
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,872 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    84,872 miles
    Test number
    899841346994
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Fail84,872 miles (+102)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,872 miles
    Test number
    995653170285
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  7. Fail84,770 miles (+1,427)1 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,770 miles
    Test number
    492559176664
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R casing distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Pass83,343 miles (+23)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,343 miles
    Test number
    629968664291
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear inner sill rusty
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear inner sill rusty
    • NotePower steering rack damp
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteRear fuel filler pipes rusty
    • NoteRear suspension components rusty

  9. Fail83,320 miles (+2,778)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,320 miles
    Test number
    617972254289
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSurface corrosion on suspension/brake components

  10. Pass80,542 miles (+1)14 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,542 miles
    Test number
    398502753233
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are corroded.
    • NoteFront crossmember is corroded under radiator.
    • NoteParking brake is noisy (from the rear) in operation.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail80,541 miles (+2,904)3 failures2 repaired14 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,541 miles
    Test number
    755360153265
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are very corroded.
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are corroded.
    • NoteFront crossmember is corroded under radiator.
    • NoteOffside headlamp dipped pattern is poor and is a borderline pass as regards aim.
    • NoteParking brake is noisy (from the rear) in operation.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass77,637 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    77,637 miles
    Test number
    985988221273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass77,618 miles (+5,850)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,618 miles
    Test number
    783530440136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  14. Fail71,768 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,768 miles
    Test number
    624067749078
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm 2105/45/17

  15. Pass71,768 miles (+7,701)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    71,768 miles
    Test number
    820997749009
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm 2105/45/17

  16. Pass64,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    64,067 miles
    Test number
    541641558056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,067 miles (+4,003)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,067 miles
    Test number
    211259948009
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass60,064 miles (+615)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    60,064 miles
    Test number
    434076537067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,449 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    59,449 miles
    Test number
    234761456075
    • NoteAdvise rear pads low

Questions about L20 CEL

Does L20 CEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 CEL expired on 2 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 CEL?
The MOT on L20 CEL expired on 2 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 CEL done?
L20 CEL was recorded at 91,252 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2023, an average of 1,868 miles a year.
Has L20 CEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 CEL has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on L20 CEL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L20 CEL find?
L20 CEL passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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