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Toyota HI-LUX

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,985 cc

T289 VHOMOT history

T289 VHO is a blue diesel Toyota HI-LUX first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 39 MOT tests, with 140,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
140,564 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
39
20 passed · 19 failed
Per year
3,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T289 VHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
HI-LUX
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T289 VHO was last recorded at 140,564 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Mar 2024: 137,555 miles, lower than 137,584 miles on 10 Feb 2024.

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
140,506 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
3,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,564 miles
  • 2025 – 139,021 miles
  • 2024 – 137,555 miles
  • 2023 – 135,737 miles
  • 2022 – 134,397 miles
  • 2021 – 134,388 miles
  • 2020 – 131,677 miles
  • 2019 – 129,251 miles
  • 2018 – 128,287 miles
  • 2017 – 125,175 miles
  • 2016 – 119,717 miles
  • 2015 – 118,001 miles
  • 2014 – 115,361 miles
  • 2013 – 113,604 miles
  • 2012 – 108,287 miles
  • 2011 – 103,476 miles
  • 2010 – 99,057 miles
  • 2009 – 91,737 miles
  • 2008 – 84,549 miles
  • 2007 – 75,115 miles
  • 2006 – 65,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,564 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s and o/s mounting brackets (6.1.6 (a))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Advise front propshaft missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

39 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,564 miles (+58)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    140,564 miles
    Test number
    564572537615
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s and o/s mounting brackets (6.1.6 (a))
  2. Fail140,506 miles (+1,485)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,506 miles
    Test number
    185382724022
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s and o/s mounting brackets (6.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass139,021 miles (+425)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    139,021 miles
    Test number
    561851844390
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise front propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at n/s and o/s front lower ball joint's
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s and o/s tow bar bracket'S (6.1.6 (a))
  4. Fail138,596 miles (+1,041)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,596 miles
    Test number
    665151359492
    • MajorOffside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise front propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at n/s and o/s front lower swivel joints
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s and o/s tow bar bracket's (6.1.6 (a))
  5. Pass137,555 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    137,555 miles
    Test number
    271729452986
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at n/s and o/s lower swivel joint's
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s and o/s outer bracket's (6.1.6 (a))
  6. Fail137,555 miles (-29)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,555 miles
    Test number
    451398504566
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at n/s and o/s lower swivel joint's
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s and o/s outer bracket's (6.1.6 (a))
  7. Fail137,584 miles (+1,847)1 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,584 miles
    Test number
    264490572731
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded member (6.1.6 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at n/s and o/s front lower swivel joint's
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear and front (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Towbar component corroded, but not excessively bracket (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Towbar component corroded, but not excessively bracket (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively end of rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  8. Pass135,737 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    135,737 miles
    Test number
    842159541139
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft uj worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre prop bush slight play
    • AdvisoryHand brake has long travel
  9. Fail135,737 miles (+1,340)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,737 miles
    Test number
    499584564820
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft uj worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre prop bush slight play
    • AdvisoryHand brake has long travel
  10. Pass134,397 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    134,397 miles
    Test number
    750339508547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine from middle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop shaft rear u.j slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides of tow bar (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  11. Fail134,388 miles (+2,711)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,388 miles
    Test number
    563465654251
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear inner wheel arch, marked yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to load valve , mechanical component (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear inner wheel arch, marked yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated handbrake light (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively tow bar mounting corroded (6.1.6 (a))
  12. Pass131,677 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,677 miles
    Test number
    238309198887
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear end (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s accross rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Fail131,669 miles (+2,418)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,669 miles
    Test number
    535695837643
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear end (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s accross rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  14. Pass129,251 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,251 miles
    Test number
    902300633347
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  15. Fail129,251 miles (+964)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,251 miles
    Test number
    176062248222
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle mud sheild (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  16. Pass128,287 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    128,287 miles
    Test number
    519170472314
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at both front lower swivel joint's
    • AdvisoryAdvise movement at both front wheel bearing's
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  17. Fail128,287 miles (+3,112)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,287 miles
    Test number
    583797448256
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at both front lower swivel joint's
    • AdvisoryAdvise movement at both front wheel bearing's
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  18. Pass125,175 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,175 miles
    Test number
    935102714734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  19. Fail125,175 miles (+5,458)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,175 miles
    Test number
    670970323522
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  20. Pass119,717 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,717 miles
    Test number
    864847305582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  21. Fail119,714 miles (+1,713)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,714 miles
    Test number
    223841408264
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  22. Pass118,001 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    118,001 miles
    Test number
    316319489820
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft rear UJ has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft rear UJ has slight play
  23. Fail117,995 miles (+2,634)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,995 miles
    Test number
    224641934135
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft rear UJ has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti roll bar link bolt loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft rear UJ has slight play
  24. Pass115,361 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    115,361 miles
    Test number
    897630634381
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  25. Fail115,321 miles (+1,717)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,321 miles
    Test number
    315651624371
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  26. Pass113,604 miles (+5,317)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    113,604 miles
    Test number
    386250643382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass108,287 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    108,287 miles
    Test number
    875412942374
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
  28. Fail108,278 miles (+4,802)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,278 miles
    Test number
    767291742313
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
  29. Fail103,476 miles6 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,476 miles
    Test number
    208243731314
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  30. Pass103,476 miles (+4,419)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    103,476 miles
    Test number
    686823931372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  31. Pass99,057 miles (+7,320)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    99,057 miles
    Test number
    661590700154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront propshaft sliding joint worn
    • NoteSpare wheel missing
  32. Pass91,737 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,737 miles
    Test number
    413968859029
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteAir intake hose split
    • NoteOffside side step slightly damaged
    • NoteSteering lock stop caps missing or worn
  33. Fail91,737 miles (+7,188)3 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,737 miles
    Test number
    964878759090
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteAir intake hose split
    • NoteOffside side step slightly damaged
    • NoteSteering lock stop caps missing or worn
  34. Fail84,549 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,549 miles
    Test number
    620209258011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
  35. Pass84,549 miles (+9,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    84,549 miles
    Test number
    843049758075
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
  36. Pass75,115 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    75,115 miles
    Test number
    600369757043
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteStarter motor intermittently faulty
  37. Fail75,115 miles (+9,488)9 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,115 miles
    Test number
    810178657054
    • FailureFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)
    • Note1x offside and 1x nearside front steering lock stop caps missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteStarter motor intermittently faulty
  38. Pass65,627 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    192557166020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  39. Fail65,627 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    374807966080
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T289 VHO

Does T289 VHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T289 VHO is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T289 VHO?
The MOT on T289 VHO is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T289 VHO done?
T289 VHO was recorded at 140,564 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 3,726 miles a year.
Has T289 VHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T289 VHO has failed 19 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T289 VHO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Mar 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T289 VHO find?
T289 VHO passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair, and 5 more.

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