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Toyota Avensis

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,794 cc

LR53 VTLMOT history

LR53 VTL is a blue petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
121,975 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VTL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VTL was last recorded at 121,975 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 3,343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,632 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,343 miles
Average per year
5,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,975 miles
  • 2025 – 118,632 miles
  • 2024 – 109,754 miles
  • 2023 – 104,499 miles
  • 2022 – 97,840 miles
  • 2021 – 93,964 miles
  • 2020 – 92,160 miles
  • 2019 – 89,313 miles
  • 2018 – 84,830 miles
  • 2017 – 80,359 miles
  • 2016 – 76,014 miles
  • 2015 – 71,100 miles
  • 2014 – 66,578 miles
  • 2013 – 60,858 miles
  • 2012 – 53,502 miles
  • 2011 – 49,862 miles
  • 2010 – 46,270 miles
  • 2009 – 42,304 miles
  • 2008 – 35,965 miles
  • 2007 – 30,121 miles
  • 2006 – 20,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,975 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,975 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    121,975 miles
    Test number
    186526522506
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail121,972 miles (+3,340)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,972 miles
    Test number
    724450754538
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass118,632 miles (+8,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    118,632 miles
    Test number
    384453738982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass109,754 miles (+5,255)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,754 miles
    Test number
    176572998046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,499 miles
    Test number
    491697558282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,499 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,499 miles
    Test number
    351966102120
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail104,494 miles (+6,654)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,494 miles
    Test number
    269473570074
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,840 miles
    Test number
    465585459056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,840 miles (+3,876)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,840 miles
    Test number
    437188835861
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass93,964 miles (+1,804)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,964 miles
    Test number
    216566432115
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass92,160 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,160 miles
    Test number
    909829393448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail92,160 miles (+2,847)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,160 miles
    Test number
    413048257907
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass89,313 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    89,313 miles
    Test number
    949159704879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail89,313 miles (+4,483)1 dangerous2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,313 miles
    Test number
    238279668926
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass84,830 miles (+4,471)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,830 miles
    Test number
    265491210583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass80,359 miles (+4,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,359 miles
    Test number
    629927050824
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  17. Pass76,014 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,014 miles
    Test number
    529555070301
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and have fine cracks in threads
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail76,014 miles (+4,914)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,014 miles
    Test number
    431680333629
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and have fine cracks in threads
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass71,100 miles (+4,522)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,100 miles
    Test number
    832723113701
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has fine cracks on threads
    • AdvisorySlight Oil Leak

  20. Pass66,578 miles (+5,720)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,578 miles
    Test number
    378668154428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,858 miles (+7,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,858 miles
    Test number
    267370153200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass53,502 miles (+3,640)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,502 miles
    Test number
    757591852230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,862 miles (+3,592)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,862 miles
    Test number
    256993551232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,270 miles (+3,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    46,270 miles
    Test number
    682588450286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass42,304 miles (+6,339)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,304 miles
    Test number
    864231969264
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass35,965 miles (+5,844)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,965 miles
    Test number
    343930468277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,121 miles (+9,966)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,121 miles
    Test number
    610488957259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    20,155 miles
    Test number
    283087456289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 VTL

Does LR53 VTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 VTL is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VTL?
The MOT on LR53 VTL is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 VTL done?
LR53 VTL was recorded at 121,975 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 5,078 miles a year.
Has LR53 VTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VTL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 VTL 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 LR53 VTL find?
LR53 VTL passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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