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Toyota Avensis

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,762 cc

T231 FRBMOT history

T231 FRB is a green petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 23 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 104,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
104,190 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T231 FRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,762 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T231 FRB was last recorded at 104,190 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Apr 2018: 78,820 miles, lower than 86,180 miles on 3 May 2017.
  • 15 Apr 2024: 67,514 miles, lower than 92,332 miles on 12 Apr 2023.

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
104,149 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
4,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,190 miles
  • 2025 – 99,474 miles
  • 2024 – 96,086 miles
  • 2023 – 92,332 miles
  • 2022 – 89,335 miles
  • 2021 – 85,959 miles
  • 2020 – 85,102 miles
  • 2019 – 82,438 miles
  • 2018 – 78,820 miles
  • 2017 – 86,180 miles
  • 2016 – 70,154 miles
  • 2015 – 64,598 miles
  • 2014 – 58,779 miles
  • 2013 – 52,617 miles
  • 2012 – 47,523 miles
  • 2011 – 41,374 miles
  • 2010 – 36,126 miles
  • 2009 – 31,265 miles
  • 2008 – 26,533 miles
  • 2007 – 21,932 miles
  • 2006 – 17,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,190 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to subframes+suspension componentsRecorded 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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Central Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,190 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    104,190 miles
    Test number
    210959095262
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to subframes+suspension components

  2. Fail104,149 miles (+4,675)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,149 miles
    Test number
    550193783379
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to subframes+suspension components

  3. Pass99,474 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,474 miles
    Test number
    411932832641
    • AdvisoryCentral Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody+suspension components

  4. Fail99,474 miles (+3,388)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,474 miles
    Test number
    206473654780
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody+suspension components

  5. Pass96,086 miles (+28,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,086 miles
    Test number
    502946255734
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sub frames suspension components+underbody

  6. Fail67,514 miles (-24,818)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,514 miles
    Test number
    279730071312
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sub frames suspension components+underbody

  7. Pass92,332 miles (+2,997)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    92,332 miles
    Test number
    758991243569
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to various suspension components+underbody

  8. Pass89,335 miles (+22)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,335 miles
    Test number
    213249760666
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail89,313 miles (+3,354)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,313 miles
    Test number
    254714527784
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass85,959 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    85,959 miles
    Test number
    750607191060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail85,953 miles (+851)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,953 miles
    Test number
    342408372821
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass85,102 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,102 miles
    Test number
    711260381636
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail85,092 miles (+2,654)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,092 miles
    Test number
    378776472234
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass82,438 miles (+3,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    82,438 miles
    Test number
    362297791644
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass78,820 miles (-7,360)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,820 miles
    Test number
    554466460640
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeavy underside corrosion

  16. Pass86,180 miles (+16,026)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,180 miles
    Test number
    259549097329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,154 miles (+241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,154 miles
    Test number
    619573651898
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded long centre at rear around plastic sleeve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded long centre at rear around plastic sleeve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate deteriorating

  18. Fail69,913 miles (+5,315)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,913 miles
    Test number
    405653689895
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded long centre at rear around plastic sleeve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded long centre at rear around plastic sleeve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate deteriorating

  19. Pass64,598 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,598 miles
    Test number
    646057625102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,576 miles (+5,797)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,576 miles
    Test number
    575782425115
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass58,779 miles (+6,162)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,779 miles
    Test number
    897496014121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,617 miles (+5,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,617 miles
    Test number
    298470623423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass47,523 miles (+6,149)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,523 miles
    Test number
    927812922150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,374 miles (+5,248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,374 miles
    Test number
    229347611131
    • NoteO/s/r wheel slightly distorted

  25. Pass36,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,126 miles
    Test number
    760787110188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,126 miles (+4,861)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,126 miles
    Test number
    872936810116
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass31,265 miles (+4,732)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,265 miles
    Test number
    992219519115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,533 miles (+4,601)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,533 miles
    Test number
    684793128194
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  29. Pass21,932 miles (+4,171)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,932 miles
    Test number
    802103027179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    17,761 miles
    Test number
    444714526133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T231 FRB

Does T231 FRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T231 FRB is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T231 FRB?
The MOT on T231 FRB is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T231 FRB done?
T231 FRB was recorded at 104,190 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 4,329 miles a year.
Has T231 FRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T231 FRB has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T231 FRB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 30 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T231 FRB find?
T231 FRB passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: corrosion to subframes+suspension components.

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