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Toyota Celica

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

S70 SPYMOT history

S70 SPY is a silver petrol Toyota Celica first used on 10 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2026
Mileage
87,446 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 SPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S70 SPY was last recorded at 87,446 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2018: 85,170 miles, lower than 89,936 miles on 11 Sept 2017.

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
87,400 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
2,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,446 miles
  • 2025 – 87,400 miles
  • 2024 – 85,672 miles
  • 2018 – 85,170 miles
  • 2017 – 89,936 miles
  • 2015 – 82,659 miles
  • 2014 – 80,427 miles
  • 2013 – 75,931 miles
  • 2012 – 72,666 miles
  • 2011 – 68,817 miles
  • 2010 – 64,625 miles
  • 2009 – 59,770 miles
  • 2008 – 55,941 miles
  • 2007 – 49,911 miles
  • 2006 – 40,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail87,446 miles
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail87,446 miles (+46)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,446 miles
    Test number
    274268029778
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass87,400 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    87,400 miles
    Test number
    627804138883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,672 miles (+502)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,672 miles
    Test number
    879273871705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,170 miles (-4,766)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    194275093510
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass89,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,936 miles
    Test number
    198895790851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail89,936 miles (+7,277)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,936 miles
    Test number
    349097584029
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  7. Pass82,659 miles (+2,232)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    82,659 miles
    Test number
    587822205203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,427 miles (+4,496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,427 miles
    Test number
    105397914010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  9. Pass75,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,931 miles
    Test number
    236118413098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,931 miles (+3,265)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,931 miles
    Test number
    365849103001
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  11. Pass72,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    72,666 miles
    Test number
    368840912061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,666 miles (+3,849)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,666 miles
    Test number
    239599902024
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass68,817 miles (+4,192)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    68,817 miles
    Test number
    338040011017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,625 miles (+4,855)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,625 miles
    Test number
    664081310016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,770 miles
    Test number
    112286009432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,770 miles (+3,829)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,770 miles
    Test number
    171926009498
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  17. Pass55,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    55,941 miles
    Test number
    680429508028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,941 miles (+6,030)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,941 miles
    Test number
    724929408045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass49,911 miles (+9,848)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,911 miles
    Test number
    800372917058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,063 miles
    Test number
    614676816058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 SPY

Does S70 SPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S70 SPY expired on 15 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S70 SPY?
The MOT on S70 SPY expired on 15 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S70 SPY done?
S70 SPY was recorded at 87,446 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 2,302 miles a year.
Has S70 SPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 SPY has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S70 SPY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Dec 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S70 SPY find?
S70 SPY failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 10 major defects and 3 advisories: headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside rear anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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