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Toyota Celica

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T255 TCFMOT history

T255 TCF is a black petrol Toyota Celica first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 135,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
135,017 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T255 TCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T255 TCF was last recorded at 135,017 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 5,614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,403 miles · 22 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,614 miles
Average per year
3,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,017 miles
  • 2022 – 129,403 miles
  • 2021 – 122,838 miles
  • 2014 – 119,961 miles
  • 2013 – 116,249 miles
  • 2012 – 111,056 miles
  • 2010 – 110,165 miles
  • 2009 – 99,156 miles
  • 2008 – 93,512 miles
  • 2007 – 83,967 miles
  • 2006 – 76,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,017 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,017 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    135,017 miles
    Test number
    148991768256
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  2. Fail135,014 miles (+5,611)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,014 miles
    Test number
    161042908212
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  3. Pass129,403 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    129,403 miles
    Test number
    599884936968
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail129,403 miles (+6,565)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,403 miles
    Test number
    110235328489
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass122,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    122,838 miles
    Test number
    525847497175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,838 miles (+2,877)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,838 miles
    Test number
    432614139340
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass119,961 miles (+3,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,961 miles
    Test number
    869944904193
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  8. Pass116,249 miles (+5,193)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    116,249 miles
    Test number
    666832313149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,056 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    111,056 miles
    Test number
    946243372091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,165 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    110,165 miles
    Test number
    363315580039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,158 miles (+11,002)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,158 miles
    Test number
    191635970432
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  12. Pass99,156 miles (+5,644)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    99,156 miles
    Test number
    153145289048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteScratches in windscreen off side
  13. Pass93,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    93,512 miles
    Test number
    203527098482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,512 miles (+9,545)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,512 miles
    Test number
    953806498174
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass83,967 miles (+7,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    620604407287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass76,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    76,268 miles
    Test number
    782935416229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T255 TCF

Does T255 TCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T255 TCF expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T255 TCF?
The MOT on T255 TCF expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T255 TCF done?
T255 TCF was recorded at 135,017 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 3,432 miles a year.
Has T255 TCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 TCF has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T255 TCF 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 T255 TCF find?
T255 TCF passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration.

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