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Toyota RAV-4

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,231 cc

551 GRXMOT history

551 GRX is a black diesel Toyota RAV-4 first used on 12 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 99,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

551 GRX black Toyota RAV4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota RAV4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,579 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
551 GRX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV-4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,231 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

551 GRX was last recorded at 99,579 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 2,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,638 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,941 miles
Average per year
4,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,579 miles
  • 2025 – 96,638 miles
  • 2024 – 94,697 miles
  • 2023 – 91,656 miles
  • 2022 – 84,952 miles
  • 2021 – 80,047 miles
  • 2019 – 74,941 miles
  • 2018 – 70,623 miles
  • 2017 – 64,541 miles
  • 2016 – 59,181 miles
  • 2015 – 52,895 miles
  • 2014 – 47,673 miles
  • 2013 – 42,338 miles
  • 2012 – 38,280 miles
  • 2011 – 30,430 miles
  • 2010 – 25,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,579 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder side has been under sealed in places,suspension etc

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,579 miles (+2,941)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,579 miles
    Test number
    577868391150
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side has been under sealed in places,suspension etc
  2. Pass96,638 miles (+1,941)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,638 miles
    Test number
    384547191293
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion To Underside And Suspension Components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe Corroded But Not Weakened
  3. Pass94,697 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    94,697 miles
    Test number
    103912298687
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail94,690 miles (+3,034)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,690 miles
    Test number
    434644179615
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass91,656 miles (+6,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,656 miles
    Test number
    304054445760
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass84,952 miles (+4,905)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,952 miles
    Test number
    390518330558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,047 miles
    Test number
    340230074319
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded slightly
  8. Fail80,047 miles (+5,106)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,047 miles
    Test number
    600878810699
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded slightly
  9. Pass74,941 miles (+4,318)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,941 miles
    Test number
    126608130601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass70,623 miles (+6,082)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,623 miles
    Test number
    654477260171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly worn outer edges
  11. Pass64,541 miles (+5,360)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,541 miles
    Test number
    425315177887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,181 miles (+6,286)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,181 miles
    Test number
    779096296210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,895 miles (+5,222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,895 miles
    Test number
    539544995119
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded inner edges
  14. Pass47,673 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,673 miles
    Test number
    508168094175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail47,669 miles (+5,331)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,669 miles
    Test number
    968718484102
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass42,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,338 miles
    Test number
    467761793110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,338 miles (+4,058)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,338 miles
    Test number
    866071393184
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  18. Pass38,280 miles (+7,850)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,280 miles
    Test number
    749678882100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,430 miles
    Test number
    226499571489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,430 miles (+4,994)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,430 miles
    Test number
    235389571106
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront inboard brake discs pitted
  21. Fail25,436 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,436 miles
    Test number
    254612480141
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteCenter rear sealtbelt stalk not accesable
    • NoteOffside front brake disc inner working surface approx 75% corroded
  22. Pass25,436 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,436 miles
    Test number
    313502780175
    • NoteCenter rear sealtbelt stalk not accesable
    • NoteOffside front brake disc inner working surface approx 75% corroded

Questions about 551 GRX

What vehicle is registration 551 GRX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 551 GRX on a black diesel Toyota RAV-4 first used on 12 Jul 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 551 GRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 551 GRX is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 551 GRX?
The MOT on 551 GRX is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 551 GRX done?
551 GRX was recorded at 99,579 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 4,605 miles a year.
Has 551 GRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 551 GRX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on 551 GRX 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 551 GRX find?
551 GRX passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: front steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both, and 3 more.

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