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Toyota Avensis

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,998 cc

C5 GAJMOT history

C5 GAJ is a blue diesel Toyota Avensis first used on 1 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 147,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

C5 GAJ blue Toyota Avensis – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Avensis, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
147,952 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 GAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 GAJ was last recorded at 147,952 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 2,847 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,105 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,847 miles
Average per year
6,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,952 miles
  • 2025 – 145,105 miles
  • 2024 – 141,085 miles
  • 2023 – 135,864 miles
  • 2022 – 129,826 miles
  • 2021 – 122,937 miles
  • 2020 – 118,859 miles
  • 2019 – 110,011 miles
  • 2018 – 102,610 miles
  • 2017 – 95,192 miles
  • 2016 – 88,342 miles
  • 2015 – 81,878 miles
  • 2013 – 73,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,952 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    147,952 miles
    Test number
    520568777692
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail147,952 miles (+2,847)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,952 miles
    Test number
    745466902625
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass145,105 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    145,105 miles
    Test number
    774967047403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail145,099 miles (+4,014)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,099 miles
    Test number
    135115732343
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,085 miles (+5,221)6 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,085 miles
    Test number
    552222748780
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass135,864 miles (+6,038)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    135,864 miles
    Test number
    765696219816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass129,826 miles (+6,889)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,826 miles
    Test number
    578367775782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass122,937 miles (+4,078)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,937 miles
    Test number
    898307556148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass118,859 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    118,859 miles
    Test number
    580629614313
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail118,859 miles (+8,848)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,859 miles
    Test number
    211028267461
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass110,011 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,011 miles
    Test number
    384684358829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,010 miles (+7,400)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,010 miles
    Test number
    793903427521
    • DangerousRear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass102,610 miles (+7,418)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,610 miles
    Test number
    752219674498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,192 miles (+6,850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    95,192 miles
    Test number
    856578604289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass88,342 miles (+6,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,342 miles
    Test number
    634350357011
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play both inner rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass81,878 miles (+8,844)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,878 miles
    Test number
    659369415055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,034 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,034 miles
    Test number
    488364243303
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail73,034 miles (+12,828)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,034 miles
    Test number
    795394443323
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass60,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,206 miles
    Test number
    109179603011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 GAJ

Does C5 GAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 GAJ is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 GAJ?
The MOT on C5 GAJ is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 GAJ done?
C5 GAJ was recorded at 147,952 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 6,701 miles a year.
Has C5 GAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 GAJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 GAJ 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 C5 GAJ find?
C5 GAJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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