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Toyota IQ

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 998 cc

PLU 42MOT history

PLU 42 is a black petrol Toyota IQ first used on 16 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,514 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PLU 42
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Toyota
Model
IQ
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

PLU 42 was last recorded at 116,514 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 7,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,946 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,568 miles
Average per year
5,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,514 miles
  • 2025 – 108,946 miles
  • 2024 – 103,376 miles
  • 2023 – 98,835 miles
  • 2022 – 90,579 miles
  • 2021 – 80,713 miles
  • 2020 – 72,474 miles
  • 2018 – 64,226 miles
  • 2017 – 52,412 miles
  • 2016 – 49,708 miles
  • 2015 – 47,609 miles
  • 2014 – 45,292 miles
  • 2013 – 40,886 miles
  • 2012 – 33,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,514 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin All pads on front axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,514 miles (+7,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,514 miles
    Test number
    319975389835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass108,946 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,946 miles
    Test number
    152358880730
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin All pads on front axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail108,945 miles (+5,569)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,945 miles
    Test number
    466653032162
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin All pads on front axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass103,376 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,376 miles
    Test number
    861875180015
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail103,374 miles (+4,539)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,374 miles
    Test number
    719959184735
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength At inner sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass98,835 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,835 miles
    Test number
    627248406052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,834 miles (+8,255)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,834 miles
    Test number
    363814670769
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass90,579 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    90,579 miles
    Test number
    245075665019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,508 miles (+9,795)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,508 miles
    Test number
    126918279399
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass80,713 miles (+8,239)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,713 miles
    Test number
    554178935852
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both dust covers on drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both dust covers on drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass72,474 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,474 miles
    Test number
    542632999733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (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))

  12. Fail72,474 miles (+8,248)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,474 miles
    Test number
    483419101997
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (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))

  13. Pass64,226 miles (+11,814)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    64,226 miles
    Test number
    613179828999
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres splitting on outer shoulders
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has runflat/sidewall damage
    • AdvisorySeveral areas of corrosion on underside and suspension components

  14. Pass52,412 miles (+2,704)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    52,412 miles
    Test number
    267291359327
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has sidewall/runflat damage
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has a screw in it
    • AdvisorySeveral areas of corrosion on underside
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on front brake discs inner faces

  15. Pass49,708 miles (+1,179)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,708 miles
    Test number
    348947530221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,529 miles
    Test number
    723834105058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,528 miles (+919)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,528 miles
    Test number
    547867933583
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass47,609 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,609 miles
    Test number
    217697915137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,557 miles (+2,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,557 miles
    Test number
    919982975090
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass45,292 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,292 miles
    Test number
    155140574080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,886 miles (+6,921)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,886 miles
    Test number
    366194603082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,965 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    33,965 miles
    Test number
    229857902086
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded...

  23. Fail33,965 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,965 miles
    Test number
    478957402073
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded...

Questions about PLU 42

What vehicle is registration PLU 42 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PLU 42 on a black petrol Toyota IQ first used on 16 Jan 2009. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does PLU 42 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PLU 42 is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on PLU 42?
The MOT on PLU 42 is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PLU 42 done?
PLU 42 was recorded at 116,514 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 5,871 miles a year.
Has PLU 42 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PLU 42 has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on PLU 42 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 PLU 42 find?
PLU 42 passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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