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Toyota Celica

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,762 cc

R385 GSCMOT history

R385 GSC is a red petrol Toyota Celica first used on 24 Nov 1997. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 39 MOT tests, with 198,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
198,489 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
39
20 passed · 19 failed
Per year
6,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R385 GSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,762 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R385 GSC was last recorded at 198,489 miles on 12 May 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,485 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,489 miles
  • 2025 – 191,176 miles
  • 2024 – 189,785 miles
  • 2023 – 183,926 miles
  • 2022 – 183,923 miles
  • 2021 – 176,525 miles
  • 2020 – 171,956 miles
  • 2019 – 170,574 miles
  • 2018 – 164,827 miles
  • 2017 – 159,653 miles
  • 2016 – 154,965 miles
  • 2015 – 147,873 miles
  • 2014 – 136,029 miles
  • 2013 – 128,217 miles
  • 2012 – 120,086 miles
  • 2011 – 112,128 miles
  • 2010 – 104,220 miles
  • 2009 – 94,506 miles
  • 2008 – 83,993 miles
  • 2007 – 73,801 miles
  • 2006 – 63,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,489 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front fog light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass198,489 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    198,489 miles
    Test number
    765899689485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail198,485 miles (+7,309)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,485 miles
    Test number
    896920208677
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass191,176 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    191,176 miles
    Test number
    878500117975
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail191,171 miles (+10)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,171 miles
    Test number
    353537251800
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail191,161 miles (+1,376)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,161 miles
    Test number
    700686269938
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass189,785 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    189,785 miles
    Test number
    292865270441
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail189,781 miles (+5,855)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,781 miles
    Test number
    604792314734
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass183,926 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    183,926 miles
    Test number
    958282211354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail183,926 miles (+3)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,926 miles
    Test number
    558545855576
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail183,923 miles (+7,398)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,923 miles
    Test number
    579046479380
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass176,525 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    176,525 miles
    Test number
    712401687767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail176,517 miles (+4,561)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,517 miles
    Test number
    936597700880
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass171,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    171,956 miles
    Test number
    963993170779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail171,956 miles (+1,382)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,956 miles
    Test number
    258207818290
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass170,574 miles (+93)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,574 miles
    Test number
    196869616655
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Fail170,481 miles (+5,654)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,481 miles
    Test number
    783684613846
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass164,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    164,827 miles
    Test number
    147045593769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  18. Fail164,827 miles (+5,174)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,827 miles
    Test number
    567500553895
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  19. Pass159,653 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    159,653 miles
    Test number
    458991032748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail159,516 miles (+4,551)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,516 miles
    Test number
    904041969266
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass154,965 miles (+419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    154,965 miles
    Test number
    684355079665
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Fail154,546 miles (+6,673)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,546 miles
    Test number
    111532377835
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  23. Pass147,873 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    147,873 miles
    Test number
    996944309504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail147,552 miles (+11,523)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,552 miles
    Test number
    901466216799
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  25. Pass136,029 miles (+35)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    136,029 miles
    Test number
    659034504367
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  26. Fail135,994 miles (+7,777)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,994 miles
    Test number
    909693104377
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  27. Pass128,217 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,217 miles
    Test number
    256685223342
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion in the front suspension
    • NoteCorrosion in the rear chassis
    • NoteCorrosion in the rear fuel pipes

  28. Fail128,217 miles (+8,131)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,217 miles
    Test number
    657845423363
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCorrosion in the front suspension
    • NoteCorrosion in the rear chassis
    • NoteCorrosion in the rear fuel pipes

  29. Fail120,086 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,086 miles
    Test number
    528939512301
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front and rear tyre valves are perrished
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are corroded
    • NoteCorrosion forming in the rear chassis

  30. Pass120,086 miles (+7,958)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    120,086 miles
    Test number
    805409012333
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front and rear tyre valves are perrished
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are corroded
    • NoteCorrosion forming in the rear chassis

  31. Pass112,128 miles (+7,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    112,128 miles
    Test number
    405776521425
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass104,220 miles (+9,714)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    104,220 miles
    Test number
    112511730371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass94,506 miles (+10,513)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,506 miles
    Test number
    792962239391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail83,993 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,993 miles
    Test number
    390557818387
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are going out of shape.

  35. Pass83,993 miles (+10,192)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    83,993 miles
    Test number
    610617518388
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are going out of shape.

  36. Pass73,801 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    73,801 miles
    Test number
    993140017374
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  37. Fail73,798 miles (+10,173)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,798 miles
    Test number
    231029107388
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  38. Pass63,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    63,625 miles
    Test number
    884787826361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  39. Fail63,625 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,625 miles
    Test number
    484087026481
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about R385 GSC

Does R385 GSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R385 GSC is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R385 GSC?
The MOT on R385 GSC is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R385 GSC done?
R385 GSC was recorded at 198,489 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 6,928 miles a year.
Has R385 GSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R385 GSC has failed 19 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R385 GSC 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 R385 GSC find?
R385 GSC passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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