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Toyota Carina

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 1,587 cc

M255 NONMOT history

M255 NON is a blue petrol Toyota Carina first used on 31 Jan 1995. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2026
Mileage
162,160 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M255 NON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Carina
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

M255 NON was last recorded at 162,160 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,535 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
625 miles
Average per year
2,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,160 miles
  • 2025 – 161,535 miles
  • 2024 – 160,809 miles
  • 2023 – 160,275 miles
  • 2022 – 159,390 miles
  • 2021 – 158,658 miles
  • 2020 – 157,850 miles
  • 2019 – 156,764 miles
  • 2018 – 155,219 miles
  • 2017 – 153,881 miles
  • 2016 – 151,572 miles
  • 2015 – 148,138 miles
  • 2014 – 144,600 miles
  • 2013 – 141,093 miles
  • 2012 – 137,538 miles
  • 2011 – 132,763 miles
  • 2010 – 128,821 miles
  • 2009 – 124,707 miles
  • 2008 – 119,483 miles
  • 2007 – 114,891 miles
  • 2006 – 109,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,160 miles
  • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,160 miles (+625)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,160 miles
    Test number
    463300907790
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass161,535 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,535 miles
    Test number
    787683476710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail161,527 miles (+718)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,527 miles
    Test number
    756232585922
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass160,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    160,809 miles
    Test number
    879166429075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail160,798 miles (+523)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,798 miles
    Test number
    782499218642
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass160,275 miles (+885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    160,275 miles
    Test number
    977770817946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass159,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    159,390 miles
    Test number
    198573954913
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail159,382 miles (+724)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,382 miles
    Test number
    888756128236
    • MajorRear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass158,658 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    158,658 miles
    Test number
    307219756707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass157,850 miles (+1,086)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    157,850 miles
    Test number
    876593895301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass156,764 miles (+1,545)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    156,764 miles
    Test number
    637426174211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass155,219 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    155,219 miles
    Test number
    799801254245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass153,881 miles (+2,309)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    153,881 miles
    Test number
    525782952539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass151,572 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    151,572 miles
    Test number
    811980936614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass148,138 miles (+3,538)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    148,138 miles
    Test number
    409769805004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass144,600 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    144,600 miles
    Test number
    248849004050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass141,093 miles (+3,555)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    141,093 miles
    Test number
    948213923005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass137,538 miles (+4,775)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    137,538 miles
    Test number
    499856322084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass132,763 miles (+3,942)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    132,763 miles
    Test number
    687313811042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass128,821 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    128,821 miles
    Test number
    434335910057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass124,707 miles (+5,224)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    124,707 miles
    Test number
    211911829093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass119,483 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    119,483 miles
    Test number
    450237518009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass114,891 miles (+5,279)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    114,891 miles
    Test number
    732965917038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass109,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    120019136447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail109,612 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    562999136093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about M255 NON

Does M255 NON currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M255 NON expired on 7 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M255 NON?
The MOT on M255 NON expired on 7 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M255 NON done?
M255 NON was recorded at 162,160 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 2,636 miles a year.
Has M255 NON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M255 NON has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on M255 NON 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 M255 NON find?
M255 NON failed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 4 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 5 more.

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