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Toyota Celica

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,990 cc

L83 DHAMOT history

L83 DHA is a black petrol Toyota Celica first used on 1 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 235,090 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
235,090 km
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,930 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L83 DHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L83 DHA was last recorded at 235,090 km on 4 Sept 2026, 4,152 km more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Mar 2011: 104,758 miles, lower than 107,580 miles on 28 Mar 2011.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
230,938 km · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,152 km
Average per year
7,930 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,090 km
  • 2025 – 230,938 km
  • 2024 – 226,676 km
  • 2023 – 226,106 km
  • 2020 – 216,841 km
  • 2019 – 198,301 km
  • 2018 – 191,837 km
  • 2017 – 177,984 km
  • 2016 – 165,823 km
  • 2015 – 144,897 km
  • 2012 – 122,591 km
  • 2008 – 90,195 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,090 km
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,090 km (+4,152)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    235,090 km
    Test number
    993427236984
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass230,938 km2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    230,938 km
    Test number
    926078867601
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail230,938 km (+4,262)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,938 km
    Test number
    342466333279
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass226,676 km (+570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    226,676 km
    Test number
    680230290282
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass226,106 km (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    226,106 km
    Test number
    899549167651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail226,104 km (+9,263)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,104 km
    Test number
    456696299671
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Under bonnet (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass216,841 km (+18,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    216,841 km
    Test number
    476949574964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass198,301 km1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    198,301 km
    Test number
    992729627128
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail198,301 km (+6,464)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,301 km
    Test number
    830732162608
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass191,837 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    191,837 km
    Test number
    379619149081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail191,833 miles2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,833 miles
    Test number
    230253343458
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass177,984 km (+12,161)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    177,984 km
    Test number
    319428725779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass165,823 km (+20,926)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    165,823 km
    Test number
    464483587759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass144,897 km
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    144,897 km
    Test number
    858978325113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass136,728 miles (+5,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    136,728 miles
    Test number
    576940934139
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  16. Pass130,761 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    130,761 miles
    Test number
    936156383033
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteExhaust rubbing body slightly

  17. Pass122,591 km (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    122,591 km
    Test number
    665966582032
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail122,541 km2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,541 km
    Test number
    589374882019
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass104,758 miles (-2,822)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    104,758 miles
    Test number
    809698181046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs lipped

  20. Fail107,580 miles (+11,064)1 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,580 miles
    Test number
    606337381085
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs lipped

  21. Pass96,516 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    96,516 miles
    Test number
    732127140054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  22. Fail90,195 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,195 km
    Test number
    320458048121
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

  23. Pass90,195 km
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    90,195 km
    Test number
    334258148147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L83 DHA

Does L83 DHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L83 DHA is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L83 DHA?
The MOT on L83 DHA is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L83 DHA done?
L83 DHA was recorded at 235,090 km at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 7,930 km a year.
Has L83 DHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L83 DHA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L83 DHA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L83 DHA find?
L83 DHA passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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