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Toyota HI-ACE

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,446 cc

L115 RKUMOT history

L115 RKU is a blue diesel Toyota HI-ACE first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 231,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
231,056 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L115 RKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
HI-ACE
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L115 RKU was last recorded at 231,056 miles on 21 May 2026, 38,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,704 miles · 13 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
38,352 miles
Average per year
4,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 231,056 miles
  • 2021 – 192,704 miles
  • 2017 – 182,176 miles
  • 2015 – 168,708 miles
  • 2010 – 157,700 miles
  • 2007 – 150,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,056 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,056 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    231,056 miles
    Test number
    494872174033
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail230,999 km (+2,242)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,999 km
    Test number
    317589482379
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both bulbs wrong way round (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass228,757 km (+2,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    228,757 km
    Test number
    332184822380
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass226,153 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    226,153 km
    Test number
    810757197704
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Fail226,153 km (+15,174)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,153 km
    Test number
    118222099369
    • DangerousOffside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass210,979 km (+11,622)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    210,979 km
    Test number
    429936249767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass199,357 km (+114)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    199,357 km
    Test number
    807970455708
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral vehicle structure underside covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryMechanical components covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail199,243 km1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,243 km
    Test number
    804169922481
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Complete sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMechanical components corroded/covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass192,704 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    192,704 miles
    Test number
    886648783011
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass190,490 km1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    190,490 km
    Test number
    361040132295
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll mechanical components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Fail190,490 km (+4)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,490 km
    Test number
    181876514894
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll mechanical components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  12. Fail190,486 km (+2,129)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,486 km
    Test number
    371046733514
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll mechanical components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  13. Pass188,357 km (+20)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    188,357 km
    Test number
    689394883622
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIt has been brought to attention that the speedometer is in MPH and the odometer is in KM
    • AdvisoryLeaf springs corroded
    • AdvisoryMechanical components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  14. Fail188,337 km6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,337 km
    Test number
    498061955630
    • MajorNearside Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPosition lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIt has been brought to attention that the speedometer is in MPH and the odometer is in KM
    • AdvisoryLeaf springs corroded
    • AdvisoryMechanical components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  15. Pass182,176 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    182,176 miles
    Test number
    442982876817
    • AdvisoryAll underside mechanical components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOdometer reading in MPH & not KM's on previous tests
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened Both corroded (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTailgate hinge pins worn
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
  16. Fail182,175 miles9 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,175 miles
    Test number
    659952207658
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance Both light units faded colour (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureStop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance Both rear light units faded colour (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll underside mechanical components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOdometer reading in MPH & not KM's on previous tests
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened Both corroded (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTailgate hinge pins worn
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
  17. Pass176,802 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    176,802 km
    Test number
    893519033902
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured both sides (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryBoth stop lamps are slightly discoloured
  18. Fail176,802 km1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,802 km
    Test number
    465017153084
    • DangerousRear brake binding both sides (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured both sides (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryBoth stop lamps are slightly discoloured
  19. Pass168,708 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    168,708 miles
    Test number
    230479954803
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance all (1.1.A.3d)
  20. Pass162,212 km (+1,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    162,212 km
    Test number
    696358314324
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
  21. Pass160,941 km (+926)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    160,941 km
    Test number
    296918713310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass160,015 km (+1,257)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    160,015 km
    Test number
    695848712389
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NoteFront wiper blades rubbers spliting
  23. Pass158,758 km3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    158,758 km
    Test number
    227151121305
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is cracking on sidewall
  24. Pass157,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    157,700 miles
    Test number
    400566120356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  25. Fail157,700 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,700 miles
    Test number
    691636820384
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  26. Pass154,632 km (+1,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    154,632 km
    Test number
    764957229306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  27. Pass152,700 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    152,700 km
    Test number
    832413028377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail152,700 km2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,700 km
    Test number
    414603828437
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
  29. Pass150,109 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    150,109 miles
    Test number
    554612637368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  30. Pass146,603 km
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    146,603 km
    Test number
    102446036152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail146,603 km4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,603 km
    Test number
    940786736176
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Questions about L115 RKU

Does L115 RKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L115 RKU is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L115 RKU?
The MOT on L115 RKU is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L115 RKU done?
L115 RKU was recorded at 231,056 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,381 miles a year.
Has L115 RKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L115 RKU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L115 RKU 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 L115 RKU find?
L115 RKU passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 advisories: central oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody front to rear.

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