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Toyota Previa

Black · Diesel · 1996 · 1,995 cc

L103 TCVMOT history

L103 TCV is a black diesel Toyota Previa first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 287,149 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2023
Mileage
287,149 km
At MOT on 28 Nov 2022
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
11,143 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L103 TCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Previa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L103 TCV was last recorded at 287,149 km on 28 Nov 2022, 4,295 km more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2015: 131,959 miles, lower than 195,022 miles on 6 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
282,854 km · 2 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
4,295 km
Average per year
11,143 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 287,149 km
  • 2021 – 282,854 km
  • 2015 – 219,108 km
  • 2012 – 154,323 km
  • 2005 – 94,645 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass287,149 km
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Underside corrosion present

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 19 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass287,149 km (+4,295)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    287,149 km
    Test number
    716458101988
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass282,854 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    282,854 km
    Test number
    496479287765
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  3. Fail282,854 km7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,854 km
    Test number
    792829922732
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  4. Pass277,895 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    277,895 miles
    Test number
    640929337087
    • MinorTowbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  5. Fail277,891 miles (+9,683)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,891 miles
    Test number
    175970317895
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch/ bumper mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s and o/s rear valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorTowbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  6. Pass268,208 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    268,208 miles
    Test number
    791054731711
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy on lock to lock

  7. Fail268,208 miles (+16,305)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,208 miles
    Test number
    955862432549
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy on lock to lock

  8. Pass251,903 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    251,903 miles
    Test number
    996509376248
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail251,902 miles (+14,476)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,902 miles
    Test number
    421319112088
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust tail pipe no access (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low bulb insecue (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp dip/main fault
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass237,426 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    237,426 miles
    Test number
    763197225819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail237,423 miles (+2,720)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,423 miles
    Test number
    347409929782
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass234,703 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    234,703 miles
    Test number
    172422505848
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not checked

  13. Fail234,702 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,702 miles
    Test number
    360004484317
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not checked

  14. Pass219,108 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    219,108 km
    Test number
    462461933981
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail219,077 miles (+87,118)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,077 miles
    Test number
    284144174399
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle handbrake (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Fail131,959 miles (-63,063)11 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,959 miles
    Test number
    786298180003
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil spring assisters not fitted correctly
    • AdvisoryCuts/curb damage to off side rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre has cuts/splits around both side walls

  17. Pass195,022 miles (+16,241)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    195,022 miles
    Test number
    396729274272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass178,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    178,781 miles
    Test number
    718060183222
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass154,323 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    154,323 km
    Test number
    378047372265
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail154,323 km8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,323 km
    Test number
    229353762256
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass131,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    131,326 miles
    Test number
    939789971231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail131,326 miles (+19,830)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,326 miles
    Test number
    395627371234
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  23. Pass111,496 miles (+1,281)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    111,496 miles
    Test number
    260075660244
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber splitting
    • NoteTow bar slightly bloking rear plate

  24. Fail110,215 miles (+7,129)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,215 miles
    Test number
    663212150240
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteSlight play in steering arms

  25. Pass103,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    103,086 miles
    Test number
    330582969218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,086 miles (+3,340)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,086 miles
    Test number
    544040169214
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  27. Pass99,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    99,746 miles
    Test number
    984589468207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,746 miles (+2,462)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,746 miles
    Test number
    100138068243
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass97,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    97,284 miles
    Test number
    263218467265
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  30. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    810783367292
    • FailureExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  31. Pass94,645 km
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    94,645 km
    Test number
    280791235210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L103 TCV

Does L103 TCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L103 TCV expired on 1 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L103 TCV?
The MOT on L103 TCV expired on 1 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L103 TCV done?
L103 TCV was recorded at 287,149 km at its MOT on 28 Nov 2022, an average of 11,143 km a year.
Has L103 TCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L103 TCV has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L103 TCV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L103 TCV find?
L103 TCV passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge.

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