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Toyota Celica

Grey · Petrol · 1996 · 1,762 cc

L40 YNRMOT history

L40 YNR is a grey petrol Toyota Celica first used on 6 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 184,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
184,415 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 YNR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,762 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
6 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 YNR was last recorded at 184,415 miles on 5 May 2026, 715 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,700 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
715 miles
Average per year
3,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,415 miles
  • 2025 – 177,821 miles
  • 2024 – 162,212 miles
  • 2023 – 150,636 miles
  • 2022 – 142,741 miles
  • 2021 – 137,572 miles
  • 2017 – 137,191 miles
  • 2016 – 136,318 miles
  • 2015 – 135,195 miles
  • 2014 – 132,395 miles
  • 2013 – 130,558 miles
  • 2012 – 128,170 miles
  • 2011 – 126,111 miles
  • 2010 – 124,492 miles
  • 2009 – 121,841 miles
  • 2008 – 120,192 miles
  • 2007 – 108,406 miles
  • 2006 – 106,645 miles
  • 2005 – 104,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,415 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Underside showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,415 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    184,415 miles
    Test number
    958157361135
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail184,415 miles (+715)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,415 miles
    Test number
    307363496678
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail183,700 miles (+5,879)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,700 miles
    Test number
    904557074223
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested insufficient brake pressure at rear (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion of suspension components

  4. Pass177,821 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    177,821 miles
    Test number
    474158990780
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  5. Fail177,813 miles (+15,601)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,813 miles
    Test number
    143606095255
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  6. Pass162,212 miles (+1,039)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    162,212 miles
    Test number
    442335026155
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail161,173 miles (+10,537)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,173 miles
    Test number
    850430828277
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass150,636 miles (+7,895)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    150,636 miles
    Test number
    348858141402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,741 miles (+5,169)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    142,741 miles
    Test number
    468036729654
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass137,572 miles (+381)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    137,572 miles
    Test number
    961934504250
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor

  11. Pass137,191 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,191 miles
    Test number
    763661448809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass136,318 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    136,318 miles
    Test number
    827380233208
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail136,315 miles (+1,120)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,315 miles
    Test number
    833499278067
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass135,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    135,195 miles
    Test number
    845303035072
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail135,195 miles (+2,800)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,195 miles
    Test number
    288163335083
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass132,395 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,395 miles
    Test number
    535486634073
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail132,395 miles (+1,837)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,395 miles
    Test number
    218706734099
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass130,558 miles (+2,388)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    130,558 miles
    Test number
    595581023051
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs rusty on inside
    • NoteN/s & o/s rear & n/s front tyres outer wall slightly perrished

  19. Pass128,170 miles (+2,059)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    128,170 miles
    Test number
    955608822010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,111 miles (+1,619)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    825765011016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass124,492 miles (+2,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    124,492 miles
    Test number
    982383320046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass121,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    121,841 miles
    Test number
    723895939023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail121,841 miles (+1,649)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,841 miles
    Test number
    303763139009
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

  24. Fail120,192 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,192 miles
    Test number
    240414868469
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteCorrosion around rear exhaust joint
    • NotePlay in nsf brake caliper slides

  25. Pass120,192 miles (+11,786)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    120,192 miles
    Test number
    533344268101
    • NoteCorrosion around rear exhaust joint
    • NotePlay in nsf brake caliper slides

  26. Pass108,406 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    108,406 miles
    Test number
    570410277122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass106,645 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    106,645 miles
    Test number
    641190556267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass104,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    104,885 miles
    Test number
    494323355246
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L40 YNR

Does L40 YNR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 YNR is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 YNR?
The MOT on L40 YNR is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 YNR done?
L40 YNR was recorded at 184,415 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 3,852 miles a year.
Has L40 YNR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 YNR has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 YNR 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 L40 YNR find?
L40 YNR passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 9 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.

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