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Toyota Yaris

Turquoise · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T229 RYJMOT history

T229 RYJ is a turquoise petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 100,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2025
Mileage
100,196 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T229 RYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T229 RYJ was last recorded at 100,196 miles on 19 Aug 2024, 12,280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,916 miles · 1 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
12,280 miles
Average per year
4,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 100,196 miles
  • 2023 – 87,916 miles
  • 2022 – 75,363 miles
  • 2021 – 62,759 miles
  • 2020 – 58,649 miles
  • 2019 – 52,345 miles
  • 2018 – 48,894 miles
  • 2017 – 43,961 miles
  • 2016 – 41,352 miles
  • 2015 – 38,250 miles
  • 2014 – 34,561 miles
  • 2013 – 31,325 miles
  • 2012 – 24,648 miles
  • 2011 – 21,839 miles
  • 2010 – 21,567 miles
  • 2009 – 21,068 miles
  • 2008 – 20,546 miles
  • 2007 – 19,798 miles
  • 2006 – 18,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,196 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (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.

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides spring platforms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides perished and splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,196 miles (+12,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    100,196 miles
    Test number
    377957552246
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,916 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    87,916 miles
    Test number
    150597797079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail87,916 miles (+12,553)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,916 miles
    Test number
    896435451083
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass75,363 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    75,363 miles
    Test number
    239245270413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,304 miles (+12,545)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,304 miles
    Test number
    847832046363
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to high hc (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,759 miles (+4,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,759 miles
    Test number
    869970639470
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass58,649 miles (+77)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,649 miles
    Test number
    957204863897
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides spring platforms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides perished and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has reasonable travel

  8. Fail58,572 miles (+6,227)2 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,572 miles
    Test number
    746667011743
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides spring platforms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides perished and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded and also worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has reasonable travel

  9. Pass52,345 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,345 miles
    Test number
    640030252309
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded on spring platforms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail52,340 miles (+3,446)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,340 miles
    Test number
    994180068513
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides yellowed and deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded on spring platforms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass48,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,894 miles
    Test number
    872628436811
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Fail48,894 miles (+4,933)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,894 miles
    Test number
    615689457096
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass43,961 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,961 miles
    Test number
    319687746434
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  14. Fail43,940 miles (+2,588)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,940 miles
    Test number
    561813355823
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  15. Pass41,352 miles (+25)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,352 miles
    Test number
    912033084659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  16. Fail41,327 miles (+3,077)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,327 miles
    Test number
    707404290168
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  17. Pass38,250 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,250 miles
    Test number
    857578635176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail38,250 miles (+3,689)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,250 miles
    Test number
    469268635108
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass34,561 miles (+3,236)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,561 miles
    Test number
    375745634147
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Pass31,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,325 miles
    Test number
    217664933139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail31,325 miles (+6,677)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,325 miles
    Test number
    797034533184
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass24,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,648 miles
    Test number
    596648632168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,648 miles (+2,809)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,648 miles
    Test number
    948788232151
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass21,839 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,839 miles
    Test number
    287647611109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,567 miles
    Test number
    344076320153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,567 miles (+499)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,567 miles
    Test number
    793476820174
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  27. Pass21,068 miles (+522)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    21,068 miles
    Test number
    123367619145
    • NoteBoth rear tyres peirshed

  28. Pass20,546 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,546 miles
    Test number
    374240148148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass19,798 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,798 miles
    Test number
    524148707163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass18,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,426 miles
    Test number
    364751686026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T229 RYJ

Does T229 RYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T229 RYJ expired on 7 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T229 RYJ?
The MOT on T229 RYJ expired on 7 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T229 RYJ done?
T229 RYJ was recorded at 100,196 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2024, an average of 4,441 miles a year.
Has T229 RYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T229 RYJ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T229 RYJ 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 T229 RYJ find?
T229 RYJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle.

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