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Toyota Avensis

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,762 cc

S781 AUFMOT history

S781 AUF is a blue petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 31 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 75,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
75,762 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S781 AUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,762 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S781 AUF was last recorded at 75,762 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 1,681 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,081 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,681 miles
Average per year
1,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,762 miles
  • 2025 – 74,081 miles
  • 2024 – 72,273 miles
  • 2023 – 70,146 miles
  • 2022 – 68,036 miles
  • 2021 – 65,152 miles
  • 2020 – 63,490 miles
  • 2019 – 61,358 miles
  • 2018 – 58,993 miles
  • 2017 – 55,989 miles
  • 2016 – 53,868 miles
  • 2015 – 51,558 miles
  • 2014 – 50,079 miles
  • 2013 – 48,421 miles
  • 2012 – 47,280 miles
  • 2011 – 45,555 miles
  • 2010 – 43,635 miles
  • 2009 – 41,659 miles
  • 2008 – 39,995 miles
  • 2007 – 37,843 miles
  • 2006 – 36,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,762 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal has long travel
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • General corrosion noted on lower sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,762 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    75,762 miles
    Test number
    857846726997
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has long travel
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail75,762 miles (+1,681)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,762 miles
    Test number
    429951640576
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has long travel
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass74,081 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,081 miles
    Test number
    757546855826
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail74,081 miles (+1,808)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,081 miles
    Test number
    941283379905
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,273 miles (+2,127)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,273 miles
    Test number
    535872040376
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass70,146 miles (+2,110)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,146 miles
    Test number
    979224364334
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has some travel
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,036 miles (+425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,036 miles
    Test number
    738060385273
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail67,611 miles (+2,459)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,611 miles
    Test number
    528025513704
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,152 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    65,152 miles
    Test number
    228729183576
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion noted on lower sills
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail65,152 miles (+1,662)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,152 miles
    Test number
    521286235804
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion noted on lower sills
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,490 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    63,490 miles
    Test number
    318932266749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,358 miles (+2,365)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,358 miles
    Test number
    395172632084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,993 miles (+3,004)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    58,993 miles
    Test number
    845944128285
    • AdvisoryNearside lower sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight judder noted to rear brakes

  14. Pass55,989 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    55,989 miles
    Test number
    477340895454
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre side wall perished

  15. Fail55,989 miles (+2,121)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,989 miles
    Test number
    204376839868
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre side wall perished

  16. Pass53,868 miles (+2,310)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    53,868 miles
    Test number
    513211870181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,558 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,558 miles
    Test number
    568773325268
    • NoteCorrosion started on the nearside lower sill.
    • NoteFront tyres fluffing on the outer edges.

  18. Fail51,558 miles (+1,479)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,558 miles
    Test number
    596703625210
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCorrosion started on the nearside lower sill.
    • NoteFront tyres fluffing on the outer edges.

  19. Pass50,079 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,079 miles
    Test number
    165436224230
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking.

  20. Fail50,079 miles (+1,658)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,079 miles
    Test number
    375686424243
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking.

  21. Pass48,421 miles (+9)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    48,421 miles
    Test number
    889458813248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNumber plate letters faded

  22. Fail48,412 miles (+1,132)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,412 miles
    Test number
    545957613238
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNumber plate letters faded

  23. Pass47,280 miles (+1,725)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,280 miles
    Test number
    726174112209
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge.

  24. Pass45,555 miles (+1,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,555 miles
    Test number
    435330911258
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass43,635 miles (+1,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    43,635 miles
    Test number
    614528280103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass41,659 miles (+1,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,659 miles
    Test number
    150038169171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass39,995 miles (+2,152)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,995 miles
    Test number
    103991368147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass37,843 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,843 miles
    Test number
    474413757147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass36,511 miles (+11)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,511 miles
    Test number
    542953196097
    • NoteFront number plate split+backing coming off.

  30. Fail36,500 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,500 miles
    Test number
    101449586497
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about S781 AUF

Does S781 AUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S781 AUF is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S781 AUF?
The MOT on S781 AUF 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 S781 AUF done?
S781 AUF was recorded at 75,762 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 1,919 miles a year.
Has S781 AUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S781 AUF has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S781 AUF 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 S781 AUF find?
S781 AUF passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pedal has long travel; coil spring corroded all; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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