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Toyota RAV4

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

L15 CDTMOT history

L15 CDT is a grey petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 169,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

L15 CDT grey Toyota RAV4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota RAV4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
169,654 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 CDT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 CDT was last recorded at 169,654 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 4,317 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Aug 2021: 143,249 miles, lower than 143,426 miles on 24 Aug 2021.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
165,337 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,317 miles
Average per year
6,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,654 miles
  • 2025 – 165,337 miles
  • 2024 – 160,094 miles
  • 2023 – 154,997 miles
  • 2022 – 149,565 miles
  • 2021 – 143,249 miles
  • 2020 – 136,241 miles
  • 2019 – 124,161 miles
  • 2018 – 114,980 miles
  • 2017 – 105,824 miles
  • 2016 – 98,774 miles
  • 2015 – 90,884 miles
  • 2014 – 84,349 miles
  • 2013 – 77,119 miles
  • 2012 – 68,438 miles
  • 2011 – 65,066 miles
  • 2009 – 56,494 miles
  • 2008 – 50,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,654 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust rear joint corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,654 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    169,654 miles
    Test number
    543241307261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail169,653 miles (+4,316)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,653 miles
    Test number
    812939073916
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass165,337 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    165,337 miles
    Test number
    517002465031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail165,337 miles (+5,243)7 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,337 miles
    Test number
    810006092008
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass160,094 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    160,094 miles
    Test number
    583106675874
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail160,094 miles (+5,097)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,094 miles
    Test number
    908056569202
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass154,997 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    154,997 miles
    Test number
    376358163855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail154,997 miles (+5,432)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,997 miles
    Test number
    534859082477
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass149,565 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    149,565 miles
    Test number
    739830709211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail149,565 miles (+6,316)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,565 miles
    Test number
    286014052905
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass143,249 miles (-177)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,249 miles
    Test number
    901348906260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail143,426 miles (+7,185)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,426 miles
    Test number
    693464299585
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust laeking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass136,241 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    136,241 miles
    Test number
    527513647538
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail136,241 miles (+12,080)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,241 miles
    Test number
    469070591919
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass124,161 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    124,161 miles
    Test number
    416640783425
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Fail124,161 miles (+9,181)5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,161 miles
    Test number
    374234871128
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass114,980 miles (+36)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,980 miles
    Test number
    278098928575
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear joint corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear steering and suspension rubbers and bushes perished and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main front to rear, rear section (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail114,944 miles (+9,120)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,944 miles
    Test number
    825804742965
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear joint corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear steering and suspension rubbers and bushes perished and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main front to rear, rear section (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass105,824 miles (+7,050)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,824 miles
    Test number
    874655150575
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear joint corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and steering bushes perished and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main rear section (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass98,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    98,774 miles
    Test number
    398824393858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail98,774 miles (+7,890)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,774 miles
    Test number
    620127906739
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass90,884 miles (+6,535)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    90,884 miles
    Test number
    676426785052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass84,349 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,349 miles
    Test number
    539271694086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail84,249 miles (+7,130)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,249 miles
    Test number
    197718184077
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  25. Pass77,119 miles (+8,681)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,119 miles
    Test number
    196168473089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,438 miles (+3,372)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    68,438 miles
    Test number
    148966342070
    • Note(1)exhaust deteriorated @ rear clamp (2)n/s/rear spring rubber seat partially displaced.

  27. Pass65,066 miles (+8,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,066 miles
    Test number
    896943271074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass56,494 miles (+6,459)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,494 miles
    Test number
    751899729205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack bushes O/S/F Wiper slightly deteriorated

  29. Pass50,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    50,035 miles
    Test number
    562416948296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail50,015 miles2 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,015 miles
    Test number
    830286848296
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDoor handle has very sharp edges.

Questions about L15 CDT

Does L15 CDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 CDT is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 CDT?
The MOT on L15 CDT is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 CDT done?
L15 CDT was recorded at 169,654 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 6,659 miles a year.
Has L15 CDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 CDT has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 CDT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Aug 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L15 CDT find?
L15 CDT passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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