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Toyota Yaris

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

LS51 RKUMOT history

LS51 RKU is a silver petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 14 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 51,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LS51 RKU silver Toyota Yaris – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Yaris, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
51,449 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 RKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 RKU was last recorded at 51,449 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 1,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,299 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,150 miles
Average per year
2,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,449 miles
  • 2025 – 50,299 miles
  • 2024 – 49,174 miles
  • 2023 – 48,029 miles
  • 2022 – 46,603 miles
  • 2021 – 45,336 miles
  • 2020 – 43,156 miles
  • 2018 – 42,129 miles
  • 2017 – 42,023 miles
  • 2016 – 41,987 miles
  • 2014 – 41,974 miles
  • 2013 – 41,415 miles
  • 2012 – 29,939 miles
  • 2011 – 22,658 miles
  • 2009 – 19,325 miles
  • 2008 – 16,521 miles
  • 2007 – 14,625 miles
  • 2006 – 12,184 miles
  • 2005 – 10,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,449 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill near rear axle mounting corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill near rear axle mounting corroding (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam mounting bush splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,449 miles (+1,150)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    51,449 miles
    Test number
    381649339617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill near rear axle mounting corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill near rear axle mounting corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass50,299 miles (+1,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    50,299 miles
    Test number
    330967230005
    • 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))

  3. Pass49,174 miles (+1,145)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    49,174 miles
    Test number
    985663999464
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened rubbers perishing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass48,029 miles (+1,426)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    48,029 miles
    Test number
    797111797218
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn separating (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn separating (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass46,603 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    46,603 miles
    Test number
    956744699409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam mounting bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam mounting bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail46,591 miles (+1,255)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,591 miles
    Test number
    369298126712
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam mounting bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam mounting bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass45,336 miles (+2,180)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    45,336 miles
    Test number
    333629570068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,156 miles (+1,027)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,156 miles
    Test number
    953487518550
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass42,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    42,129 miles
    Test number
    290048230587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail42,129 miles (+19)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,129 miles
    Test number
    599766818241
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Pass42,110 miles (+87)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    42,110 miles
    Test number
    976726708497
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass42,023 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    42,023 miles
    Test number
    410006223004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torsion bar modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torsion bar modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail42,023 miles (+36)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,023 miles
    Test number
    379436334222
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torsion bar modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torsion bar modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass41,987 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    41,987 miles
    Test number
    167377664672
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass41,974 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,974 miles
    Test number
    425151754327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail41,974 miles (+559)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,974 miles
    Test number
    407229144340
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass41,415 miles (+4,893)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,415 miles
    Test number
    495492953383
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass36,522 miles (+6,583)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,522 miles
    Test number
    486985803096
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass29,939 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,939 miles
    Test number
    625984502085
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Fail29,938 miles (+7,280)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,938 miles
    Test number
    818463602039
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass22,658 miles (+3,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,658 miles
    Test number
    475694601084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass19,325 miles (+2,804)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,325 miles
    Test number
    974954049328
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak from top of engine (temp oil cap fitted)

  23. Pass16,521 miles (+1,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,521 miles
    Test number
    472615648333
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass14,625 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    14,625 miles
    Test number
    461039517314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,184 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    12,184 miles
    Test number
    793102526306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail10,623 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,623 miles
    Test number
    424984515471
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

  27. Pass10,623 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    10,623 miles
    Test number
    512834615342
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

Questions about LS51 RKU

Does LS51 RKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 RKU is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 RKU?
The MOT on LS51 RKU is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 RKU done?
LS51 RKU was recorded at 51,449 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 2,023 miles a year.
Has LS51 RKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 RKU has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS51 RKU 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 LS51 RKU find?
LS51 RKU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill near rear axle mounting corroding, and 3 more.

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