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Toyota RAV4

Grey · Petrol · 1997 · 1,998 cc

R770 MBLMOT history

R770 MBL is a grey petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 14 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 100,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

R770 MBL grey Toyota RAV4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota RAV4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
100,308 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R770 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
14 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R770 MBL was last recorded at 100,308 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,347 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
961 miles
Average per year
3,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,308 miles
  • 2025 – 99,347 miles
  • 2024 – 98,624 miles
  • 2023 – 97,674 miles
  • 2022 – 97,629 miles
  • 2021 – 96,784 miles
  • 2020 – 95,738 miles
  • 2019 – 94,518 miles
  • 2018 – 93,390 miles
  • 2017 – 90,411 miles
  • 2016 – 87,618 miles
  • 2015 – 83,141 miles
  • 2014 – 78,341 miles
  • 2013 – 74,463 miles
  • 2012 – 71,450 miles
  • 2011 – 68,650 miles
  • 2010 – 64,734 miles
  • 2009 – 58,186 miles
  • 2008 – 53,925 miles
  • 2007 – 45,839 miles
  • 2006 – 38,492 miles
  • 2005 – 34,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,308 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

34 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,308 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    420760831425
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,308 miles (+961)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    629583464841
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,347 miles (+723)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    99,347 miles
    Test number
    299089727588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass98,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,624 miles
    Test number
    349353552227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail98,621 miles (+947)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,621 miles
    Test number
    169925486615
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively spring missing from arm (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass97,674 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,674 miles
    Test number
    686058822197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail97,629 miles (+845)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,629 miles
    Test number
    227374363643
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,784 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,784 miles
    Test number
    351084971460
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail96,784 miles (+1,046)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,784 miles
    Test number
    159277790090
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass95,738 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    95,738 miles
    Test number
    723417811424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail95,738 miles (+1,220)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,738 miles
    Test number
    199737189167
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass94,518 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,518 miles
    Test number
    940108311740
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  13. Fail94,518 miles (+1,128)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,518 miles
    Test number
    810123907766
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  14. Pass93,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,390 miles
    Test number
    397688041129
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail93,390 miles (+2,979)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,390 miles
    Test number
    201540765642
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass90,411 miles (+64)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,411 miles
    Test number
    325848823188
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner and outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner and outter (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slight fraying not effecting use
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats removed at time of test

  17. Fail90,347 miles (+2,729)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,347 miles
    Test number
    815448853217
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner and outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner and outter (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slight fraying not effecting use
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats removed at time of test

  18. Pass87,618 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,618 miles
    Test number
    442382023280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted

  19. Fail87,617 miles (+4,476)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,617 miles
    Test number
    393689475981
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/60/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted

  20. Pass83,141 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,141 miles
    Test number
    938110675011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth front suspension coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear row seats not fitted at test
    • NoteSlight front brake imbalance

  21. Fail83,141 miles (+4,800)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,141 miles
    Test number
    526040575084
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth front suspension coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear row seats not fitted at test
    • NoteSlight front brake imbalance

  22. Pass78,341 miles (+3,878)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,341 miles
    Test number
    187379864007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass74,463 miles (+13)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,463 miles
    Test number
    278171073093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear seats not fitted at test

  24. Fail74,450 miles (+3,000)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,450 miles
    Test number
    119770873041
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear seats not fitted at test

  25. Pass71,450 miles (+2,800)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,450 miles
    Test number
    195927162086
    • NoteRear seats not fitted at test

  26. Pass68,650 miles (+3,916)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    68,650 miles
    Test number
    529760971002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,734 miles (+6,548)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,734 miles
    Test number
    172684560472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail58,186 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,186 miles
    Test number
    380481079079
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass58,186 miles (+4,261)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,186 miles
    Test number
    890281579094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass53,925 miles (+8,086)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    53,925 miles
    Test number
    320358068243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront pads look low recommend brake check

  31. Pass45,839 miles (+7,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    45,839 miles
    Test number
    640376857233
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Fail38,492 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,492 miles
    Test number
    190851176220
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass38,492 miles (+4,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    38,492 miles
    Test number
    513651376243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass34,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    34,290 miles
    Test number
    920522895275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R770 MBL

Does R770 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R770 MBL is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R770 MBL?
The MOT on R770 MBL is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R770 MBL done?
R770 MBL was recorded at 100,308 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 3,235 miles a year.
Has R770 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R770 MBL has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on R770 MBL 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 R770 MBL find?
R770 MBL passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 10 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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