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Toyota Avensis

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T178 MDDMOT history

T178 MDD is a silver petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 137,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2024
Mileage
137,055 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T178 MDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T178 MDD was last recorded at 137,055 miles on 11 Jan 2023, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,049 miles · 9 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,055 miles
  • 2022 – 136,130 miles
  • 2021 – 134,741 miles
  • 2019 – 133,729 miles
  • 2018 – 132,474 miles
  • 2017 – 128,917 miles
  • 2016 – 125,436 miles
  • 2015 – 120,407 miles
  • 2014 – 115,186 miles
  • 2013 – 110,344 miles
  • 2012 – 105,183 miles
  • 2011 – 98,435 miles
  • 2010 – 90,740 miles
  • 2009 – 79,316 miles
  • 2008 – 67,627 miles
  • 2007 – 57,235 miles
  • 2006 – 47,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,055 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Corrosion rear offside and rear nearside inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Corrosion rear offside outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Outer sill coroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,055 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    137,055 miles
    Test number
    106409568144
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail137,049 miles (+919)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,049 miles
    Test number
    417441245716
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,130 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    136,130 miles
    Test number
    335151060660
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear offside and rear nearside inner sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear offside outer sill

  4. Fail136,107 miles (+1,366)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,107 miles
    Test number
    840135145081
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear offside and rear nearside inner sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear offside outer sill

  5. Pass134,741 miles (+1,012)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,741 miles
    Test number
    223903494141
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe corroded

  6. Pass133,729 miles (+69)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    133,729 miles
    Test number
    287702176473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill coroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill coroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear chassis rails coroded
    • AdvisoryComplete exhaust coroded

  7. Fail133,660 miles (+1,186)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,660 miles
    Test number
    433067576645
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill coroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill coroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear chassis rails coroded
    • AdvisoryComplete exhaust coroded

  8. Pass132,474 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    132,474 miles
    Test number
    151420231717
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear metal brake pipes corroded in places
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside & offside rear inner sills starting to corrode at rear suspension anchorage point-not deemed excessive
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside & offside rear tyres showing perishing between tread patterns
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid dirty-but not deemed contaminated
    • AdvisoryComplete exhaust system generally corroded but not signs of leakage of gases
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded in places not deemed excessive
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering rack inner joint

  9. Fail132,472 miles (+3,555)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,472 miles
    Test number
    654351491529
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel brake binding-causing imbalance (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear metal brake pipes corroded in places
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside & offside rear inner sills starting to corrode at rear suspension anchorage point-not deemed excessive
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside & offside rear tyres showing perishing between tread patterns
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid dirty-but not deemed contaminated
    • AdvisoryComplete exhaust system generally corroded but not signs of leakage of gases
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear metal brake pipe to rear flexible brake hose corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear metal brake pipe to rear flexible brake hose corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded in places not deemed excessive
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering rack inner joint

  10. Pass128,917 miles (+3,481)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,917 miles
    Test number
    195479273465
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre worn
    • AdvisoryRear both rear inner sills coroded
    • AdvisoryRear rear subframe coroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust coroded

  11. Pass125,436 miles (+5,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    125,436 miles
    Test number
    378561438883
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

  12. Pass120,407 miles (+5,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    120,407 miles
    Test number
    426934385116
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass115,186 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,186 miles
    Test number
    478835174106
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail115,184 miles (+4,840)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,184 miles
    Test number
    876685674179
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe corroded

  15. Pass110,344 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    110,344 miles
    Test number
    978176893167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,183 miles (+6,748)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    105,183 miles
    Test number
    908904082185
    • NoteSome wear in o/s track rod joint, and steering notchy

  17. Pass98,435 miles (+7,695)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,435 miles
    Test number
    238919781123
    • NoteFront pads wearing thin
    • NoteNearside rear shock damp with oil
    • NoteSlight play offside front inner rack end

  18. Pass90,740 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    90,740 miles
    Test number
    453503590158
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail90,739 miles (+11,423)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,739 miles
    Test number
    610573690142
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass79,316 miles (+11,689)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    79,316 miles
    Test number
    840231809243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,627 miles (+10,392)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    67,627 miles
    Test number
    381654308462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,235 miles (+9,514)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,235 miles
    Test number
    960001107284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,721 miles
    Test number
    702070706272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T178 MDD

Does T178 MDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T178 MDD expired on 23 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T178 MDD?
The MOT on T178 MDD expired on 23 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T178 MDD done?
T178 MDD was recorded at 137,055 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2023, an average of 5,420 miles a year.
Has T178 MDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T178 MDD has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T178 MDD 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 T178 MDD find?
T178 MDD passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive.

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