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Toyota Previa

White · Petrol · 1998 · 2,438 cc

R489 HBAMOT history

R489 HBA is a white petrol Toyota Previa first used on 1 Aug 2009. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 168,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2025
Mileage
168,711 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R489 HBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Previa
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,438 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R489 HBA was last recorded at 168,711 miles on 23 Jan 2024, 93 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Aug 2010: 75,757 miles, lower than 104,191 miles on 4 Aug 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
168,618 miles · 11 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
93 miles
Average per year
4,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 168,711 miles
  • 2023 – 158,128 miles
  • 2022 – 152,830 miles
  • 2021 – 147,768 miles
  • 2019 – 139,701 miles
  • 2018 – 132,721 miles
  • 2017 – 125,787 miles
  • 2016 – 118,844 miles
  • 2015 – 111,655 miles
  • 2014 – 102,785 miles
  • 2013 – 95,878 miles
  • 2012 – 89,025 miles
  • 2011 – 81,107 miles
  • 2010 – 75,757 miles
  • 2009 – 104,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,711 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,711 miles (+93)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    168,711 miles
    Test number
    731912140026
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,618 miles (+10,490)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,618 miles
    Test number
    624555126408
    • 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))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,128 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    158,128 miles
    Test number
    791118664825
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail158,128 miles (+5,298)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,128 miles
    Test number
    703757885536
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,830 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    152,830 miles
    Test number
    459759430831
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension worn

  6. Fail152,827 miles (+5,059)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,827 miles
    Test number
    666965342399
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension worn

  7. Pass147,768 miles (+136)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,768 miles
    Test number
    875084256245
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail147,632 miles (+7,931)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,632 miles
    Test number
    982078997562
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass139,701 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    139,701 miles
    Test number
    747135842469
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  10. Fail139,699 miles (+6,978)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,699 miles
    Test number
    785997927270
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  11. Pass132,721 miles (+72)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    132,721 miles
    Test number
    724585128794
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail132,649 miles (+6,862)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,649 miles
    Test number
    552223181043
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass125,787 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    125,787 miles
    Test number
    392242142634
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail125,774 miles (+6,930)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,774 miles
    Test number
    737070294115
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass118,844 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    118,844 miles
    Test number
    503080282093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail118,833 miles (+7,178)2 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,833 miles
    Test number
    142310816143
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

  17. Pass111,655 miles (+1)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    111,655 miles
    Test number
    448499985185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure

  18. Fail111,654 miles (+8,869)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,654 miles
    Test number
    248918485144
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure

  19. Pass102,785 miles (+6,907)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,785 miles
    Test number
    867032384153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,878 miles
    Test number
    568348273110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,878 miles (+6,853)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,878 miles
    Test number
    987438873151
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass89,025 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    406633892113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,941 miles (+7,834)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,941 miles
    Test number
    909206482132
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass81,107 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,107 miles
    Test number
    249613691414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail81,107 miles (+5,350)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,107 miles
    Test number
    728776881178
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass75,757 miles (-28,434)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,757 miles
    Test number
    994778520207
    • NoteO/s front wiper blade worn

  27. Pass104,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    104,191 miles
    Test number
    830726419255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R489 HBA

Does R489 HBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R489 HBA expired on 25 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R489 HBA?
The MOT on R489 HBA expired on 25 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R489 HBA done?
R489 HBA was recorded at 168,711 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2024, an average of 4,459 miles a year.
Has R489 HBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R489 HBA has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on R489 HBA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R489 HBA find?
R489 HBA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2024 with 9 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; brake hose slightly deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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