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Toyota Yaris

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,299 cc

L16 TELMOT history

L16 TEL is a silver petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 8 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 27,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

L16 TEL silver Toyota Yaris – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Yaris, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
27,136 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 TEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 TEL was last recorded at 27,136 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,425 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
711 miles
Average per year
1,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 27,136 miles
  • 2025 – 26,425 miles
  • 2024 – 25,505 miles
  • 2023 – 24,585 miles
  • 2022 – 23,944 miles
  • 2021 – 23,283 miles
  • 2015 – 22,983 miles
  • 2014 – 19,393 miles
  • 2013 – 13,676 miles
  • 2012 – 13,123 miles
  • 2011 – 11,550 miles
  • 2010 – 9,910 miles
  • 2009 – 8,230 miles
  • 2008 – 6,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,136 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    27,136 miles
    Test number
    856095446232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail27,131 miles (+706)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,131 miles
    Test number
    863534498248
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Nearside Rear & Offside Rear (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass26,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    26,425 miles
    Test number
    815263970612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail26,422 miles (+917)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,422 miles
    Test number
    472838295279
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake recorded 18%,it may need adjustment or repair.
  5. Pass25,505 miles (+920)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    25,505 miles
    Test number
    920299198801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass24,585 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    24,585 miles
    Test number
    693574056476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,944 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    23,944 miles
    Test number
    369610371709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,283 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    23,283 miles
    Test number
    851602820455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass22,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    22,983 miles
    Test number
    479645955136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail22,979 miles (+252)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,979 miles
    Test number
    255435655189
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass22,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    22,727 miles
    Test number
    128176025019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail22,727 miles (+3,334)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,727 miles
    Test number
    725516025050
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
  13. Pass19,393 miles (+5,717)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,393 miles
    Test number
    456800234028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass13,676 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    13,676 miles
    Test number
    766816933045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,123 miles (+1,573)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    13,123 miles
    Test number
    835997322239
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 75% worn
  16. Fail11,550 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,550 miles
    Test number
    326863521455
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 70% worn
  17. Pass11,550 miles (+1,640)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    11,550 miles
    Test number
    356323821209
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 70% worn
  18. Fail9,910 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,910 miles
    Test number
    470897510230
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 40% worn
  19. Pass9,910 miles (+1,680)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    9,910 miles
    Test number
    492627610269
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 40% worn
  20. Fail8,230 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,230 miles
    Test number
    123997119206
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
  21. Pass8,230 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    8,230 miles
    Test number
    974967319245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass6,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    6,708 miles
    Test number
    210309318274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 TEL

Does L16 TEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 TEL is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 TEL?
The MOT on L16 TEL is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 TEL done?
L16 TEL was recorded at 27,136 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 1,137 miles a year.
Has L16 TEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 TEL has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 TEL 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 TEL find?
L16 TEL passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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