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Toyota Celica

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,998 cc

P129 LABMOT history

P129 LAB is a red petrol Toyota Celica first used on 15 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 228,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
228,598 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P129 LAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
15 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P129 LAB was last recorded at 228,598 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 4,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jul 2011: 197,033 miles, lower than 197,996 miles on 21 Jul 2011.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
224,385 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,213 miles
Average per year
3,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,598 miles
  • 2025 – 224,385 miles
  • 2024 – 221,898 miles
  • 2023 – 220,131 miles
  • 2022 – 217,702 miles
  • 2021 – 217,413 miles
  • 2019 – 210,981 miles
  • 2017 – 208,552 miles
  • 2014 – 206,869 miles
  • 2013 – 203,980 miles
  • 2012 – 201,030 miles
  • 2011 – 197,033 miles
  • 2010 – 192,294 miles
  • 2009 – 184,348 miles
  • 2008 – 178,249 miles
  • 2007 – 168,980 miles
  • 2006 – 155,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,598 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,598 miles (+4,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    228,598 miles
    Test number
    383022174073
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass224,385 miles (+2,487)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    224,385 miles
    Test number
    304284658996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass221,898 miles (+1,767)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    221,898 miles
    Test number
    687135375254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass220,131 miles (+2,429)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    220,131 miles
    Test number
    265011511758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass217,702 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    217,702 miles
    Test number
    495942270093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass217,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    217,413 miles
    Test number
    609873061114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail217,413 miles (+6,432)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,413 miles
    Test number
    232625716149
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass210,981 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    210,981 miles
    Test number
    344743509685
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail210,981 miles (+2,429)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,981 miles
    Test number
    933022625042
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass208,552 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    208,552 miles
    Test number
    154280221164
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail208,548 miles (+1,679)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,548 miles
    Test number
    358371417355
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass206,869 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    206,869 miles
    Test number
    845688944271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail206,860 miles (+2,880)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,860 miles
    Test number
    959178834277
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass203,980 miles (+2,950)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    203,980 miles
    Test number
    409186523215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass201,030 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    201,030 miles
    Test number
    256307522255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust very corroded

  16. Fail201,030 miles (+3,997)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,030 miles
    Test number
    458707522275
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust very corroded

  17. Pass197,033 miles (-963)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    197,033 miles
    Test number
    245563701201
    • NoteO/s/f outer c/v gaiter perishing
    • NoteOil leak engine area
    • NoteSlight play n/s/r anti roll bar link joint

  18. Fail197,996 miles (+5,702)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,996 miles
    Test number
    876772201233
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f outer c/v gaiter perishing
    • NoteOil leak engine area
    • NoteSlight play n/s/r anti roll bar link joint

  19. Pass192,294 miles (+7,946)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    192,294 miles
    Test number
    364567590128
    • NoteBoth outer cv boots splitting
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge an close to limits
    • NoteO/s/r tie bar slightly bent
    • NotePlay in n/s/r anti roll bar link arm

  20. Pass184,348 miles (+6,099)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    184,348 miles
    Test number
    900260419225
    • NoteBoth outer c/v gaiters in poor condition

  21. Pass178,249 miles (+9,269)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    178,249 miles
    Test number
    524615818235
    • NoteFuel filler neck corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tie bar damaged
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on wear bars

  22. Pass168,980 miles (+13,627)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    168,980 miles
    Test number
    452346287151
    • NoteFront brake pads look low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre getting low

  23. Pass155,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    155,353 miles
    Test number
    503852896194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P129 LAB

Does P129 LAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P129 LAB is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on P129 LAB?
The MOT on P129 LAB is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P129 LAB done?
P129 LAB was recorded at 228,598 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 3,636 miles a year.
Has P129 LAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P129 LAB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on P129 LAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jul 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P129 LAB find?
P129 LAB passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; oil leak, but not excessive.

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