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Toyota HI ACE

Green and Grey · Diesel · 1997 · 2,980 cc

P474 VDLMOT history

P474 VDL is a green and grey diesel Toyota HI ACE first used on 1 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 273,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
273,855 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P474 VDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
HI ACE
Colour
Green and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P474 VDL was last recorded at 273,855 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 12,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
261,146 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,709 miles
Average per year
9,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 273,855 miles
  • 2025 – 261,146 miles
  • 2024 – 248,177 miles
  • 2023 – 245,062 miles
  • 2017 – 220,025 miles
  • 2016 – 214,569 miles
  • 2015 – 205,840 miles
  • 2013 – 191,183 miles
  • 2012 – 172,895 miles
  • 2011 – 155,227 miles
  • 2009 – 135,445 miles
  • 2008 – 119,240 miles
  • 2007 – 104,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass273,855 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Air bag warning lamp not illuminating

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass273,855 miles (+12,709)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    273,855 miles
    Test number
    198966454877
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass261,146 miles (+12,969)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    261,146 miles
    Test number
    883803023212
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass248,177 miles (+3,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    248,177 miles
    Test number
    227343582325
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass245,062 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    245,062 miles
    Test number
    150820213464
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass240,453 km (+5,972)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    240,453 km
    Test number
    329314957168
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits between treads and slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass234,481 km (+3,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    234,481 km
    Test number
    438400932577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass230,677 km (+4,398)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    230,677 km
    Test number
    926316040179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass226,279 km (+2,885)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    226,279 km
    Test number
    596267364790
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust pipe deteriorated

  9. Pass223,394 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    223,394 km
    Test number
    688746724185
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner D bushes x 2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box / pipe deteriorated

  10. Pass220,025 miles (+5,456)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    220,025 miles
    Test number
    293545436870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass214,569 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    214,569 miles
    Test number
    603860434101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner D bushes x 2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear axle stabiliser bar bush worn to excess

  12. Fail214,569 miles (+8,729)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,569 miles
    Test number
    980774233687
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner D bushes x 2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear axle stabiliser bar bush worn to excess

  13. Pass205,840 miles (+1)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    205,840 miles
    Test number
    125196885003
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking on outer wall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteRear axle stay bar bush worn

  14. Fail205,839 miles5 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,839 miles
    Test number
    868665685011
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking on outer wall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteRear axle stay bar bush worn

  15. Pass199,660 km2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    199,660 km
    Test number
    275004394019
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear axle main stay bush worn

  16. Pass191,183 miles (+1)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    191,183 miles
    Test number
    138960303148
    • DangerousAir bag warning lamp not illuminating
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail191,182 miles (+18,287)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,182 miles
    Test number
    318899493015
    • DangerousAir bag warning lamp not illuminating
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass172,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    172,895 miles
    Test number
    246223202496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail172,895 miles (+17,668)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,895 miles
    Test number
    769862502180
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass155,227 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    155,227 miles
    Test number
    795932101113
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail155,222 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,222 miles
    Test number
    317271101115
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass142,405 km
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    142,405 km
    Test number
    903869390049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass135,445 miles (+16,205)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    135,445 miles
    Test number
    611881869220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass119,240 miles (+14,592)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    119,240 miles
    Test number
    572345548218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass104,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    104,648 miles
    Test number
    383593557217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P474 VDL

Does P474 VDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P474 VDL is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on P474 VDL?
The MOT on P474 VDL is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P474 VDL done?
P474 VDL was recorded at 273,855 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 9,148 miles a year.
Has P474 VDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P474 VDL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on P474 VDL 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 P474 VDL find?
P474 VDL passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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