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Toyota RAV-4

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

LC08 VCJMOT history

LC08 VCJ is a black petrol Toyota RAV-4 first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 150,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LC08 VCJ black Toyota RAV4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
150,003 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 VCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV-4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 VCJ was last recorded at 150,003 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 2,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,383 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,620 miles
Average per year
7,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,003 miles
  • 2025 – 147,383 miles
  • 2024 – 144,655 miles
  • 2023 – 138,879 miles
  • 2022 – 132,474 miles
  • 2021 – 126,031 miles
  • 2020 – 121,321 miles
  • 2019 – 112,328 miles
  • 2018 – 105,830 miles
  • 2017 – 95,622 miles
  • 2016 – 86,291 miles
  • 2015 – 77,502 miles
  • 2014 – 68,899 miles
  • 2013 – 59,252 miles
  • 2012 – 49,421 miles
  • 2011 – 37,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,003 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,003 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    150,003 miles
    Test number
    686370789864
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail150,003 miles (+2,620)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,003 miles
    Test number
    342087049056
    • Repaired at testUndertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass147,383 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    147,383 miles
    Test number
    295583094359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush [both sides] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail147,348 miles (+2,693)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,348 miles
    Test number
    767978102151
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.81% (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass144,655 miles (+5,776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    144,655 miles
    Test number
    400059206006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll under body and components corroded

  6. Pass138,879 miles (+6,405)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    138,879 miles
    Test number
    640948689323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass132,474 miles (+6,443)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    132,474 miles
    Test number
    252745181003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,031 miles (+4,710)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    758583885090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass121,321 miles (+8,993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    121,321 miles
    Test number
    546255178926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass112,328 miles (+6,498)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,328 miles
    Test number
    633368021633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,830 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,830 miles
    Test number
    899489629017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail105,830 miles (+10,208)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,830 miles
    Test number
    175458624880
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass95,622 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    95,622 miles
    Test number
    235700639373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre in a repairable area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail95,618 miles (+9,327)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,618 miles
    Test number
    278833398519
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre in a repairable area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass86,291 miles (+324)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    86,291 miles
    Test number
    194507407397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,967 miles (+8,465)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,967 miles
    Test number
    719475900950
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass77,502 miles (+8,603)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,502 miles
    Test number
    818125755169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass68,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,899 miles
    Test number
    217714054481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail68,899 miles (+9,647)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,899 miles
    Test number
    317669844141
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

  20. Pass59,252 miles (+9,831)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,252 miles
    Test number
    698799443186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,421 miles (+11,506)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,421 miles
    Test number
    109809332168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,915 miles
    Test number
    709481751103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 VCJ

Does LC08 VCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 VCJ is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 VCJ?
The MOT on LC08 VCJ is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 VCJ done?
LC08 VCJ was recorded at 150,003 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 7,383 miles a year.
Has LC08 VCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 VCJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 VCJ 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 LC08 VCJ find?
LC08 VCJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 5 more.

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