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Toyota Celica

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,998 cc

L7 VAPMOT history

L7 VAP is a black petrol Toyota Celica first used on 1 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 146,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
146,654 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 VAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 VAP was last recorded at 146,654 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 2,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,470 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,184 miles
Average per year
4,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,654 miles
  • 2025 – 144,470 miles
  • 2024 – 143,313 miles
  • 2023 – 138,559 miles
  • 2020 – 138,198 miles
  • 2019 – 136,148 miles
  • 2018 – 127,886 miles
  • 2017 – 121,919 miles
  • 2016 – 115,009 miles
  • 2015 – 106,466 miles
  • 2014 – 98,321 miles
  • 2013 – 91,990 miles
  • 2012 – 85,609 miles
  • 2011 – 77,831 miles
  • 2010 – 71,508 miles
  • 2009 – 65,933 miles
  • 2008 – 64,126 miles
  • 2006 – 59,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,654 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber solid no movement
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge and cut no cords visable (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirt / underseal )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,654 miles (+2,184)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    146,654 miles
    Test number
    141085771169
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber solid no movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge and cut no cords visable (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass144,470 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    144,470 miles
    Test number
    171253606524
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirt / underseal ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMultiple areas of corrosion ( chassis and components, front and rear )

  3. Fail144,470 miles (+1,157)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,470 miles
    Test number
    735952582383
    • DangerousMiddle to rear exhaust contacting offside rear inner cv boot
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt due to half shaft contact (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirt / underseal ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMultiple areas of corrosion ( chassis and components, front and rear )

  4. Pass143,313 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    143,313 miles
    Test number
    866831122843
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail143,313 miles (+4,754)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,313 miles
    Test number
    338553097261
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass138,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    138,559 miles
    Test number
    258604113547
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear suspension rusty

  7. Fail138,559 miles (+361)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,559 miles
    Test number
    476355121790
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel pipe damaged both front to rear pipes excessively corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill + end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on
    • AdvisoryDash lights not working
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty

  8. Pass138,198 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,198 miles
    Test number
    638516961339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail138,189 miles (+2,041)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,189 miles
    Test number
    516836481170
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass136,148 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    136,148 miles
    Test number
    426710246341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail136,130 miles (+8,244)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,130 miles
    Test number
    636887033259
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass127,886 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    127,886 miles
    Test number
    224685798595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside head light cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail127,882 miles (+5,963)3 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,882 miles
    Test number
    773801498434
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner side light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside head light cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass121,919 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    121,919 miles
    Test number
    177119424831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges

  15. Fail121,908 km11 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,908 km
    Test number
    423805398529
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight dracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges

  16. Pass115,009 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,009 miles
    Test number
    458212893615
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion around rear subframe.

  17. Fail115,007 miles (+8,541)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,007 miles
    Test number
    714354639165
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion around rear subframe.

  18. Pass106,466 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    106,466 miles
    Test number
    137469505273
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail106,462 miles (+8,141)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,462 miles
    Test number
    295074405224
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass98,321 miles (+6,331)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    98,321 miles
    Test number
    305247294143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,990 miles (+6,381)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    91,990 miles
    Test number
    368219993022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass85,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    85,609 miles
    Test number
    259595302419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail85,609 miles (+7,778)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,609 miles
    Test number
    839625402146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass77,831 miles (+6,323)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    77,831 miles
    Test number
    646204981051
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass71,508 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,508 miles
    Test number
    280051470058
    • NoteNearside wiperblade starting to split.

  26. Fail71,508 miles2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,508 miles
    Test number
    282251370031
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside wiperblade starting to split.

  27. Pass65,973 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    65,973 km
    Test number
    472945589096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,933 miles (+1,807)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,933 miles
    Test number
    644772089074
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

  29. Pass64,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,126 miles
    Test number
    944851498088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail64,126 miles (+4,398)3 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,126 miles
    Test number
    160277588486
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass59,728 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    59,728 miles
    Test number
    842379236385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail59,704 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,704 miles
    Test number
    360583936339
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s & o/s wiper blades split rubbers

Questions about L7 VAP

Does L7 VAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 VAP is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 VAP?
The MOT on L7 VAP is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 VAP done?
L7 VAP was recorded at 146,654 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 4,418 miles a year.
Has L7 VAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 VAP has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 VAP 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 L7 VAP find?
L7 VAP passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 9 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside front shock absorber solid no movement, and 6 more.

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