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Toyota RAV4

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

R686 TCFMOT history

R686 TCF is a red petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 31 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

R686 TCF red Toyota RAV4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,407 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 TCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 TCF was last recorded at 158,407 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Mar 2008: 94,103 miles, lower than 100,745 miles on 21 Jul 2007.
  • 19 Mar 2010: 11,638 miles, lower than 111,083 miles on 6 Mar 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
158,347 miles · 14 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
3,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,407 miles
  • 2025 – 151,773 miles
  • 2024 – 139,690 miles
  • 2023 – 129,902 miles
  • 2022 – 129,376 miles
  • 2021 – 128,890 miles
  • 2020 – 128,546 miles
  • 2019 – 127,968 miles
  • 2018 – 127,411 miles
  • 2017 – 126,803 miles
  • 2016 – 126,261 miles
  • 2015 – 125,685 miles
  • 2014 – 125,513 miles
  • 2013 – 124,812 miles
  • 2012 – 123,503 miles
  • 2011 – 121,638 miles
  • 2010 – 11,638 miles
  • 2009 – 111,083 miles
  • 2008 – 106,272 miles
  • 2007 – 100,745 miles
  • 2006 – 90,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,407 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on offside sillRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,407 miles (+60)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,407 miles
    Test number
    302209636900
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on offside sill

  2. Fail158,347 miles (+6,574)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,347 miles
    Test number
    539077040159
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on offside sill

  3. Pass151,773 miles (+10)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    151,773 miles
    Test number
    210525415074
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail151,763 miles (+12,073)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,763 miles
    Test number
    853990237257
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,690 miles (+9,788)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    139,690 miles
    Test number
    464960067039
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,902 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    129,902 miles
    Test number
    184453123535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,376 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,376 miles
    Test number
    421510890686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass128,890 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,890 miles
    Test number
    348359134453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass128,546 miles (+578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    128,546 miles
    Test number
    961077760302
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass127,968 miles (+557)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,968 miles
    Test number
    999521357053
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass127,411 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    127,411 miles
    Test number
    138897436852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,803 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    126,803 miles
    Test number
    590586147764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,261 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    126,261 miles
    Test number
    854316092574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass125,685 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    125,685 miles
    Test number
    507274485008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,513 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    125,513 miles
    Test number
    227918384039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,501 miles (+689)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,501 miles
    Test number
    148001684066
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass124,812 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    124,812 miles
    Test number
    399495573022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass123,503 miles (+1,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    123,503 miles
    Test number
    839937972083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass121,638 miles (+78)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    121,638 miles
    Test number
    955947681044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR LIGHT LENS CRACKED
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED

  20. Fail121,560 miles (+109,922)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,560 miles
    Test number
    929752981073
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR LIGHT LENS CRACKED
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED

  21. Pass11,638 miles (-99,445)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    11,638 miles
    Test number
    773858570066
    • NoteFront outter cv boots starting to perish
    • NoteOff side rear bump stop fallen down

  22. Pass111,083 miles (+4,811)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    111,083 miles
    Test number
    251225869037
    • NoteAge cracking to suspension rubbers
    • NoteUnable to check rear seat belts

  23. Pass106,272 miles (+12,169)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    106,272 miles
    Test number
    853139478093
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brakes noisy on application of foot & hand brake
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/r light lens

  24. Fail94,103 miles (-6,642)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,103 miles
    Test number
    120128078498
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brakes noisy on application of foot & hand brake
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/r light lens

  25. Pass100,745 miles (+10,680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    100,745 miles
    Test number
    561992907297
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass90,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    90,065 miles
    Test number
    331163216413
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about R686 TCF

Does R686 TCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R686 TCF is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R686 TCF?
The MOT on R686 TCF is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R686 TCF done?
R686 TCF was recorded at 158,407 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 3,396 miles a year.
Has R686 TCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 TCF has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R686 TCF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 18 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R686 TCF find?
R686 TCF passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive; surface corrosion on offside sill.

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