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Toyota RAV4

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T255 JAUMOT history

T255 JAU is a red petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 192,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2024
Mileage
192,078 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T255 JAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T255 JAU was last recorded at 192,078 miles on 26 Mar 2024, 1,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,498 miles · 17 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,580 miles
Average per year
9,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 192,078 miles
  • 2023 – 190,498 miles
  • 2022 – 187,268 miles
  • 2021 – 185,197 miles
  • 2020 – 179,895 miles
  • 2019 – 174,336 miles
  • 2018 – 167,809 miles
  • 2017 – 161,404 miles
  • 2015 – 148,694 miles
  • 2014 – 133,243 miles
  • 2013 – 117,254 miles
  • 2012 – 104,297 miles
  • 2011 – 90,720 miles
  • 2010 – 77,315 miles
  • 2009 – 62,604 miles
  • 2008 – 50,928 miles
  • 2007 – 37,410 miles
  • 2006 – 33,439 miles
  • 2005 – 26,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail192,078 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seal panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail192,078 miles (+1,580)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,078 miles
    Test number
    875738527055
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seal panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass190,498 miles (+255)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    190,498 miles
    Test number
    440095578628
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail190,243 miles (+2,975)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,243 miles
    Test number
    750638563100
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass187,268 miles (+2,071)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    187,268 miles
    Test number
    162223071802
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear of vehicle and inner seals corroded

  5. Pass185,197 miles (+5,302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    185,197 miles
    Test number
    377758505720
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass179,895 miles (+5,559)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    179,895 miles
    Test number
    552200118532
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass174,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    174,336 miles
    Test number
    470066936856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail174,336 miles (+6,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,336 miles
    Test number
    890814779151
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass167,809 miles (+6,405)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    167,809 miles
    Test number
    712321151698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront rear chassis corroded

  10. Pass161,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    161,404 miles
    Test number
    590789293976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail161,404 miles (+12,710)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,404 miles
    Test number
    632219846159
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass148,694 miles (+15,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    148,694 miles
    Test number
    428832731280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inside edge

  13. Pass133,243 miles (+15,989)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    133,243 miles
    Test number
    487346824444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,254 miles (+12,957)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    117,254 miles
    Test number
    959835413357
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe is corroded

  15. Pass104,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    104,297 miles
    Test number
    277647022360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,297 miles (+13,577)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,297 miles
    Test number
    428972422347
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass90,720 miles (+13,405)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    90,720 miles
    Test number
    467770031333
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll four tyres are wearing lumpy
    • NoteBoth front brake flexis are perished
    • NoteFront exhaust heat sheild is insecure
    • NoteFront exhaust mount is corroded

  18. Pass77,315 miles (+14,711)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    77,315 miles
    Test number
    553970830358
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s front brake sticking slightly
    • NoteWindow screen washers have jets blocked

  19. Pass62,604 miles (+11,676)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,604 miles
    Test number
    371505629372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,928 miles (+13,518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    50,928 miles
    Test number
    820219518318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,410 miles (+3,971)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    37,410 miles
    Test number
    574817737386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,439 miles (+7,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,439 miles
    Test number
    864129116336
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass26,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    26,117 miles
    Test number
    660699725312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T255 JAU

Does T255 JAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T255 JAU expired on 16 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T255 JAU?
The MOT on T255 JAU expired on 16 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T255 JAU done?
T255 JAU was recorded at 192,078 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2024, an average of 9,053 miles a year.
Has T255 JAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 JAU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T255 JAU 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 T255 JAU find?
T255 JAU failed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2024 with 7 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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