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Toyota Celica

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,794 cc

Y291 BGJMOT history

Y291 BGJ is a silver petrol Toyota Celica first used on 26 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 147,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jun 2024
Mileage
147,647 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 BGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Celica
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y291 BGJ was last recorded at 147,647 miles on 5 Jun 2024, 3,983 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,664 miles · 30 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,983 miles
Average per year
6,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,647 miles
  • 2023 – 143,664 miles
  • 2022 – 136,611 miles
  • 2021 – 128,702 miles
  • 2020 – 122,946 miles
  • 2019 – 115,020 miles
  • 2018 – 106,790 miles
  • 2017 – 90,036 miles
  • 2016 – 83,685 miles
  • 2015 – 79,918 miles
  • 2014 – 77,596 miles
  • 2013 – 73,256 miles
  • 2012 – 67,395 miles
  • 2011 – 61,699 miles
  • 2010 – 55,865 miles
  • 2009 – 50,516 miles
  • 2008 – 44,551 miles
  • 2007 – 39,626 miles
  • 2006 – 34,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,647 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear rear underside corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Oil leak Undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,647 miles (+3,983)1 dangerous7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,647 miles
    Test number
    569885156986
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear underside corroded

  2. Pass143,664 miles (+7,053)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    143,664 miles
    Test number
    911288985494
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear rear underside corroded

  3. Pass136,611 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    136,611 miles
    Test number
    427033572843
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail136,611 miles (+7,909)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,611 miles
    Test number
    134654524217
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass128,702 miles (+5,756)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    128,702 miles
    Test number
    373402001136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,946 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,946 miles
    Test number
    997310009460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,768 miles (+7,748)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,768 miles
    Test number
    997907771565
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass115,020 miles (+8,230)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    115,020 miles
    Test number
    242854258127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,790 miles (+150)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    106,790 miles
    Test number
    198054157208
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak Undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail106,640 miles (+16,604)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,640 miles
    Test number
    803091878459
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak Undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass90,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,036 miles
    Test number
    748887895804
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail90,036 miles (+6,351)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,036 miles
    Test number
    433054425248
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass83,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,685 miles
    Test number
    953600072291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail83,685 miles (+3,767)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,685 miles
    Test number
    446968871913
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass79,918 miles (+2,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    79,918 miles
    Test number
    269772155055
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass77,596 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,596 miles
    Test number
    735116204120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,256 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,256 miles
    Test number
    779325703142
    • NoteClutch drags
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteFront suspension components corroded
    • NoteHandbrake hasn a long travel
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded

  18. Fail73,255 miles (+5,860)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,255 miles
    Test number
    706135203184
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteFront suspension components corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on edge of raised tread
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded

  19. Pass67,395 miles (+5,696)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,395 miles
    Test number
    376773092071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass61,699 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,699 miles
    Test number
    809696411154
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect engine compartment due to undertray fitted
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers fitted

  21. Fail61,699 miles (+5,834)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,699 miles
    Test number
    559626411160
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect engine compartment due to undertray fitted
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers fitted

  22. Pass55,865 miles (+5,349)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,865 miles
    Test number
    160657810163
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing unevenly
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly
    • NoteCentre exhaust heatshield loose
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect both outer sills due to covers fitted
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect engine compartment due to undertray fitted

  23. Pass50,516 miles (+5,965)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,516 miles
    Test number
    821350819159
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly
    • NoteCentre exhaust heatshield insecure
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect engine compartment due to cover fitted underneath

  24. Pass44,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,551 miles
    Test number
    170998208147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,551 miles (+4,925)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,551 miles
    Test number
    301308608124
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  26. Pass39,626 miles (+5,468)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,626 miles
    Test number
    362262807118
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust heatshield insecure
    • NoteUnable to carry out full inspection of engine compartment due to cover fitted underneath

  27. Pass34,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,158 miles
    Test number
    380628406160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y291 BGJ

Does Y291 BGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y291 BGJ expired on 7 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y291 BGJ?
The MOT on Y291 BGJ expired on 7 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y291 BGJ done?
Y291 BGJ was recorded at 147,647 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2024, an average of 6,259 miles a year.
Has Y291 BGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 BGJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y291 BGJ 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 Y291 BGJ find?
Y291 BGJ failed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 11 advisories: offside rear suspension arm fractured; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front headlamp aim too high, and 16 more.

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