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Toyota Yaris

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 998 cc

L16 SYLMOT history

L16 SYL is a gold petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 3 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 87,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

L16 SYL gold Toyota Yaris – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Yaris, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
87,516 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 SYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 SYL was last recorded at 87,516 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 5,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,100 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,416 miles
Average per year
3,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,516 miles
  • 2025 – 82,100 miles
  • 2024 – 75,403 miles
  • 2023 – 69,944 miles
  • 2022 – 69,896 miles
  • 2021 – 66,649 miles
  • 2020 – 65,524 miles
  • 2019 – 63,284 miles
  • 2018 – 61,039 miles
  • 2017 – 58,667 miles
  • 2016 – 56,034 miles
  • 2015 – 53,040 miles
  • 2014 – 51,764 miles
  • 2013 – 49,858 miles
  • 2012 – 46,305 miles
  • 2011 – 42,315 miles
  • 2010 – 38,959 miles
  • 2009 – 35,070 miles
  • 2008 – 30,550 miles
  • 2007 – 26,616 miles
  • 2006 – 22,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,516 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,516 miles (+5,416)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    87,516 miles
    Test number
    161903043153
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass82,100 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,100 miles
    Test number
    776417503239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  3. Fail82,100 miles (+6,697)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,100 miles
    Test number
    919558592713
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  4. Pass75,403 miles (+5,459)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,403 miles
    Test number
    155195484420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass69,944 miles (+48)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,944 miles
    Test number
    649638612825
    • 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 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  6. Pass69,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    69,896 miles
    Test number
    403702844859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,896 miles (+1,089)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,896 miles
    Test number
    319832709882
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass68,807 miles (+2,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,807 miles
    Test number
    986718685215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass66,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,649 miles
    Test number
    385478937482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail66,649 miles (+1,125)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,649 miles
    Test number
    722100602400
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass65,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,524 miles
    Test number
    725120881590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,524 miles (+2,240)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,524 miles
    Test number
    561887735943
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass63,284 miles (+2,245)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,284 miles
    Test number
    928331828468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,039 miles (+2,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    61,039 miles
    Test number
    130801291685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass58,667 miles (+2,633)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,667 miles
    Test number
    294963199637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,034 miles
    Test number
    143183796905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,034 miles (+2,994)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,034 miles
    Test number
    676487537799
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  18. Pass53,040 miles (+1,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,040 miles
    Test number
    569319645033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass51,764 miles (+1,906)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,764 miles
    Test number
    179544664426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,858 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,858 miles
    Test number
    168702573032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,305 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    46,305 miles
    Test number
    686032172087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,315 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,315 miles
    Test number
    768941961032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,959 miles (+3,889)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,959 miles
    Test number
    394934370071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,070 miles (+4,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,070 miles
    Test number
    113452479488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass30,550 miles (+3,934)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,550 miles
    Test number
    181860178044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,616 miles
    Test number
    382547267013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail26,616 miles (+3,700)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,616 miles
    Test number
    501547667078
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
  28. Pass22,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,916 miles
    Test number
    372113556061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 SYL

Does L16 SYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 SYL is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 SYL?
The MOT on L16 SYL is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 SYL done?
L16 SYL was recorded at 87,516 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 3,133 miles a year.
Has L16 SYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 SYL has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 SYL 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 L16 SYL find?
L16 SYL passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective.

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