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Toyota Celica

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T489 SUFMOT history

T489 SUF is a red petrol Toyota Celica first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 192,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
192,630 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 SUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T489 SUF was last recorded at 192,630 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,416 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
214 miles
Average per year
6,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 192,630 miles
  • 2025 – 191,024 miles
  • 2023 – 188,645 miles
  • 2022 – 187,687 miles
  • 2021 – 186,165 miles
  • 2016 – 186,013 miles
  • 2015 – 181,640 miles
  • 2014 – 181,299 miles
  • 2013 – 173,218 miles
  • 2012 – 159,723 miles
  • 2011 – 138,650 miles
  • 2010 – 121,394 miles
  • 2009 – 106,431 miles
  • 2008 – 97,605 miles
  • 2007 – 79,365 miles
  • 2006 – 67,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,630 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection.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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,630 miles (+214)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    192,630 miles
    Test number
    265534098185
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection.

  2. Fail192,416 miles (+1,392)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,416 miles
    Test number
    531111562542
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection.

  3. Pass191,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    191,024 miles
    Test number
    788678395119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass199,122 km (+9,012)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    199,122 km
    Test number
    191538105935
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail190,110 km9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,110 km
    Test number
    119144595236
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting has an unsafe modification loose (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Macpherson strut mounting has an unsafe modification loose (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • 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 Macpherson strut mounting has an unsafe modification loose (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut mounting has an unsafe modification loose (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass188,645 miles (+958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    188,645 miles
    Test number
    819720967924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass187,687 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    187,687 miles
    Test number
    350539234709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass186,165 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    186,165 miles
    Test number
    142357050605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail186,013 miles (+4,373)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,013 miles
    Test number
    208091552051
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass181,640 miles (+341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    181,640 miles
    Test number
    273537354197
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail181,299 miles (+8,081)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,299 miles
    Test number
    196860184465
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass173,218 miles1 dangerous4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    173,218 miles
    Test number
    225585193080
    • DangerousBonnet catch sticking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracking

  13. Fail173,218 miles (+13,495)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,218 miles
    Test number
    967685293045
    • DangerousBonnet catch sticking
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracking

  14. Pass159,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    159,723 miles
    Test number
    155132682469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail159,723 miles (+21,073)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,723 miles
    Test number
    197312382004
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass138,650 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    138,650 miles
    Test number
    186972761412
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT DISCS PITTED

  17. Fail138,650 miles (+17,256)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,650 miles
    Test number
    118752661474
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT DISCS PITTED

  18. Pass121,394 miles (+14,963)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    121,394 miles
    Test number
    754807460078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,431 miles (+8,826)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    106,431 miles
    Test number
    770382279030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,605 miles (+18,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    97,605 miles
    Test number
    320370278002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass79,365 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    79,365 miles
    Test number
    164543557022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,364 miles (+11,420)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,364 miles
    Test number
    932610957046
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass67,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,944 miles
    Test number
    970676396078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T489 SUF

Does T489 SUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T489 SUF is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T489 SUF?
The MOT on T489 SUF is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T489 SUF done?
T489 SUF was recorded at 192,630 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 6,264 miles a year.
Has T489 SUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 SUF has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T489 SUF 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 T489 SUF find?
T489 SUF passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside lower seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear lower suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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