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Toyota Celica

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T159 RFGMOT history

T159 RFG is a black petrol Toyota Celica first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 164,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2025
Mileage
164,610 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T159 RFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T159 RFG was last recorded at 164,610 miles on 14 Dec 2024, 1,520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,090 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,520 miles
Average per year
6,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 164,610 miles
  • 2023 – 163,090 miles
  • 2022 – 161,309 miles
  • 2021 – 156,347 miles
  • 2020 – 156,162 miles
  • 2019 – 153,599 miles
  • 2018 – 151,542 miles
  • 2017 – 146,234 miles
  • 2016 – 138,040 miles
  • 2015 – 127,501 miles
  • 2014 – 113,851 miles
  • 2013 – 105,567 miles
  • 2012 – 98,464 miles
  • 2011 – 90,876 miles
  • 2010 – 80,257 miles
  • 2009 – 72,869 miles
  • 2008 – 66,377 miles
  • 2007 – 57,284 miles
  • 2006 – 48,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,610 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,610 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    164,610 miles
    Test number
    418433500561
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle

  2. Fail164,608 miles (+1,518)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,608 miles
    Test number
    340961042977
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ns/os (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle

  3. Pass163,090 miles (+1,781)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    163,090 miles
    Test number
    342454433103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded

  4. Pass161,309 miles (+4,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    161,309 miles
    Test number
    185045100428
    • AdvisoryRear sills corroded both sides but not excessive

  5. Pass156,347 miles (+185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    156,347 miles
    Test number
    315854474881
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake needs slight adjustments
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle body frame inner sills corroded coil springs corroding front and rear
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak under engine

  6. Pass156,162 miles (+2,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    156,162 miles
    Test number
    506263871493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass153,599 miles (+2,057)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    153,599 miles
    Test number
    267588021201
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel slightly binding

  8. Pass151,542 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    151,542 miles
    Test number
    891898519938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Fail151,537 miles (+5,303)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,537 miles
    Test number
    182149455320
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass146,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    146,234 miles
    Test number
    445734126411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail146,234 miles (+8,194)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,234 miles
    Test number
    530380763702
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass138,040 miles (+10,539)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    138,040 miles
    Test number
    522177111142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127,501 miles (+13,650)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    127,501 miles
    Test number
    618092545172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass113,851 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    113,851 miles
    Test number
    499043444155
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSideskirts fitted

  15. Fail113,849 miles (+8,282)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,849 miles
    Test number
    655042544162
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSideskirts fitted

  16. Pass105,567 miles (+7,103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    105,567 miles
    Test number
    456900543125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass98,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,464 miles
    Test number
    429175032191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail98,464 miles (+7,588)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,464 miles
    Test number
    848785732198
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass90,876 miles (+10,619)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    90,876 miles
    Test number
    719201931164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,257 miles (+7,388)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    80,257 miles
    Test number
    333776600108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,869 miles (+6,492)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    72,869 miles
    Test number
    564738899021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,377 miles (+9,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,377 miles
    Test number
    554761608109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass57,284 miles (+8,338)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    57,284 miles
    Test number
    793638587046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,946 miles
    Test number
    523484696063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T159 RFG

Does T159 RFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T159 RFG expired on 13 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T159 RFG?
The MOT on T159 RFG expired on 13 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T159 RFG done?
T159 RFG was recorded at 164,610 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2024, an average of 6,186 miles a year.
Has T159 RFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T159 RFG has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T159 RFG 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 T159 RFG find?
T159 RFG passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2024 with 6 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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