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J161 CEV

1992 Toyota Celica

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

165,541 mi
Last recorded165,541 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Toyota Celica124,543 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ161 CEV
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2026 165,541 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 165,529 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear and centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 165,335 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 165,311 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 164,846 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 164,093 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 164,093 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2016 163,823 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 161,567 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 159,227 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 156,640 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 115,408 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 152,408 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 172,467 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 172,451 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 170,722 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 170,722 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine oil leak

plastic covers over outer sills

Pass 18 Jul 2008 170,028 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 169,038 miles

exhaust poor condition

Fail 12 Jul 2007 169,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

both front tyres and o/s/r tyre bald on inner part of tread

exhaust poor condition

Fail 26 Jul 2006 152,380 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 152,380 miles

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

How Reliable is the Toyota Celica?

Based on 870,417 MOT tests across 67,994 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
5,488
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
67,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43,337
position lamp(s) not working 23,341
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,042
Registration plate lamp not working 18,379
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,551
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J161 CEV is a 1992 Toyota Celica in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1992 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 124,543 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Celica fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43,337 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J161 CEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Celica typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Toyota Celica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J161 CEV registered?

J161 CEV is a 1992 Toyota Celica, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J161 CEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J161 CEV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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