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Toyota Celica

Orange · Petrol · 1994 · 2,000 cc

L79 LPYMOT history

L79 LPY is an orange petrol Toyota Celica first used on 23 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 227,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2024
Mileage
227,349 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L79 LPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
23 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L79 LPY was last recorded at 227,349 miles on 4 Nov 2023, 5,455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,894 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
5,455 miles
Average per year
6,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 227,349 miles
  • 2022 – 221,894 miles
  • 2021 – 214,262 miles
  • 2019 – 211,303 miles
  • 2015 – 201,060 miles
  • 2014 – 196,839 miles
  • 2012 – 186,983 miles
  • 2011 – 185,649 miles
  • 2009 – 133,335 miles
  • 2008 – 123,074 miles
  • 2006 – 115,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,349 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • All underside component/Prescribed areas corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass227,349 miles (+5,455)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    227,349 miles
    Test number
    104451195765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass221,894 miles (+7,632)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    221,894 miles
    Test number
    409390567180
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear axle and multiple components corroded all

  3. Pass214,262 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    214,262 miles
    Test number
    682869584024
    • MinorRear Rear reflector not red in colour BOTH (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside component/Prescribed areas corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail214,256 miles (+2,953)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,256 miles
    Test number
    714895834683
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working pump (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector not red in colour both sides (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside component/Prescribed areas corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass211,303 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    211,303 miles
    Test number
    862513212181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail211,296 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,296 miles
    Test number
    833784115431
    • MajorAll position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  7. Pass209,814 km (+4,917)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    209,814 km
    Test number
    692888786989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass204,897 km
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    204,897 km
    Test number
    589395080779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass201,060 miles (+4,221)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    201,060 miles
    Test number
    408303315229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass196,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    196,839 miles
    Test number
    709839014203
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail192,015 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,015 km
    Test number
    547215513201
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass192,015 km
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    192,015 km
    Test number
    875895113278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass186,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    186,983 miles
    Test number
    316166512234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail186,983 miles (+1,334)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,983 miles
    Test number
    665396812233
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

  15. Pass185,649 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    185,649 miles
    Test number
    659356711292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail185,645 miles5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,645 miles
    Test number
    486412901267
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteRear discs corroded.

  17. Pass159,263 km (+5)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    159,263 km
    Test number
    932984600188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteRear light failure light illuminates but all statutory rear lights working when tested
    • NoteSpeedometer calibrated in KM only

  18. Fail159,258 km3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,258 km
    Test number
    984062600100
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brakes uneven pad wear indicates possible maintenance required
    • NoteSpeedometer calibrated in KM only

  19. Pass133,335 miles (+10,261)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    133,335 miles
    Test number
    381684009115
    • NoteRear tyres cracked on sidewalls

  20. Pass123,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    123,074 miles
    Test number
    560837308156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass123,062 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    123,062 km
    Test number
    760737967262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass115,545 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    115,545 miles
    Test number
    974003726316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about L79 LPY

Does L79 LPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L79 LPY expired on 3 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L79 LPY?
The MOT on L79 LPY expired on 3 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L79 LPY done?
L79 LPY was recorded at 227,349 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2023, an average of 6,593 miles a year.
Has L79 LPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 LPY has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on L79 LPY 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 L79 LPY find?
L79 LPY passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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