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Toyota Avensis

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,794 cc

LS53 LUEMOT history

LS53 LUE is a silver petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 30 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 170,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
170,746 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LUE was last recorded at 170,746 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 4,878 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,868 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,878 miles
Average per year
7,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,746 miles
  • 2024 – 165,868 miles
  • 2023 – 165,354 miles
  • 2022 – 156,116 miles
  • 2021 – 142,856 miles
  • 2020 – 131,420 miles
  • 2019 – 116,888 miles
  • 2018 – 92,791 miles
  • 2017 – 78,369 miles
  • 2016 – 74,685 miles
  • 2015 – 68,151 miles
  • 2014 – 66,334 miles
  • 2013 – 58,644 miles
  • 2012 – 53,148 miles
  • 2011 – 52,010 miles
  • 2010 – 49,063 miles
  • 2009 – 45,471 miles
  • 2008 – 41,767 miles
  • 2007 – 34,802 miles
  • 2006 – 29,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,746 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear under body corroded

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, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,746 miles (+4,878)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    170,746 miles
    Test number
    629112775574
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under body corroded

  2. Pass165,868 miles (+514)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    165,868 miles
    Test number
    361100048250
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all components both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisorySome areas underbody covered in thick black sealant
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sideskirts fitted

  3. Pass165,354 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    165,354 miles
    Test number
    982219953071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Headlamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail165,354 miles (+9,238)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,354 miles
    Test number
    474046406630
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Headlamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass156,116 miles (+13,260)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    156,116 miles
    Test number
    243676174473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Bothside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass142,856 miles (+11,436)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,856 miles
    Test number
    497012010839
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass131,420 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,420 miles
    Test number
    366375114408
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail131,420 miles (+14,532)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,420 miles
    Test number
    942817178621
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass116,888 miles (+24,097)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,888 miles
    Test number
    727350037066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake slight reserve travel may need adjusting soon

  10. Pass92,791 miles (+14,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    92,791 miles
    Test number
    324182644381
    • AdvisoryEml on

  11. Pass78,369 miles (+3,684)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,369 miles
    Test number
    617716670683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,685 miles (+6,534)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,685 miles
    Test number
    497986121362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion and offside rear inner sill sections (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass68,151 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,151 miles
    Test number
    338039455062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,334 miles (+7,690)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    66,334 miles
    Test number
    518043204300
    • NoteNearside handbrake becoming lazy

  15. Pass58,644 miles (+5,496)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,644 miles
    Test number
    719004573237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,148 miles (+1,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,148 miles
    Test number
    676262852242
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass52,010 miles (+2,947)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,010 miles
    Test number
    659673371267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,063 miles (+3,592)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    49,063 miles
    Test number
    250648270284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,471 miles (+3,704)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,471 miles
    Test number
    514931089257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,767 miles (+6,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,767 miles
    Test number
    234112388235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass34,802 miles (+4,891)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,802 miles
    Test number
    580534727122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,911 miles
    Test number
    403879036154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 LUE

Does LS53 LUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 LUE is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LUE?
The MOT on LS53 LUE is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 LUE done?
LS53 LUE was recorded at 170,746 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 7,194 miles a year.
Has LS53 LUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LUE has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 LUE 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 LS53 LUE find?
LS53 LUE passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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