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Toyota RAV4

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

T29 DCMMOT history

T29 DCM is a blue petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 20 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 166,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
166,527 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 DCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 DCM was last recorded at 166,527 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Aug 2013: 132,170 miles, lower than 132,243 miles on 25 Jan 2013.

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
165,997 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
530 miles
Average per year
6,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,527 miles
  • 2025 – 165,997 miles
  • 2024 – 165,721 miles
  • 2023 – 164,691 miles
  • 2022 – 163,614 miles
  • 2021 – 162,014 miles
  • 2020 – 159,229 miles
  • 2019 – 156,483 miles
  • 2018 – 153,020 miles
  • 2017 – 148,733 miles
  • 2016 – 144,731 miles
  • 2015 – 141,224 miles
  • 2014 – 136,775 miles
  • 2013 – 132,170 miles
  • 2012 – 128,549 miles
  • 2011 – 117,174 miles
  • 2010 – 96,134 miles
  • 2009 – 76,141 miles
  • 2008 – 65,002 miles
  • 2007 – 48,553 miles
  • 2006 – 32,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,527 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to undersideRecorded at 7 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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Corrosion to front subframe

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,527 miles (+530)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    166,527 miles
    Test number
    762197715771
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside

  2. Pass165,997 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    165,997 miles
    Test number
    482616040991
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside

  3. Fail165,993 miles (+272)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,993 miles
    Test number
    162683526528
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor / box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside

  4. Pass165,721 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    165,721 miles
    Test number
    996756265861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside

  5. Fail165,709 miles (+1,018)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,709 miles
    Test number
    753164341169
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch / end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside

  6. Pass164,691 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    164,691 miles
    Test number
    844257227850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside

  7. Fail164,687 miles (+1,073)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,687 miles
    Test number
    160434277659
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside

  8. Pass163,614 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    163,614 miles
    Test number
    244205258068
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floors
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear chassis rails
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside rear lower inner wheel arch
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes worn

  9. Fail163,611 miles (+1,597)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,611 miles
    Test number
    339609507213
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floors
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear chassis rails
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside rear lower inner wheel arch
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes worn

  10. Pass162,014 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    162,014 miles
    Test number
    904330010978
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe

  11. Fail162,001 miles (+2,772)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,001 miles
    Test number
    286709978804
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe

  12. Pass159,229 miles (+2,746)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    159,229 miles
    Test number
    242893651132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe mounting points

  13. Pass156,483 miles (+91)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    156,483 miles
    Test number
    583288045520
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to subframe mounts
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle heavily under sealed

  14. Fail156,392 miles (+3,372)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,392 miles
    Test number
    624711962277
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to subframe mounts
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle heavily under sealed

  15. Pass153,020 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    153,020 miles
    Test number
    820594844282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe and mountings
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily undersealed

  16. Fail153,020 miles (+4,287)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,020 miles
    Test number
    622780971125
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe and mountings
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily undersealed

  17. Pass148,733 miles (+4,002)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    148,733 miles
    Test number
    476872216137
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front chassis rail box sections
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass144,731 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    144,731 miles
    Test number
    579063092931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perr

  19. Fail144,715 miles (+3,491)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,715 miles
    Test number
    486046160092
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perr

  20. Pass141,224 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    141,224 miles
    Test number
    488708305249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail141,198 miles (+4,423)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,198 miles
    Test number
    146294405278
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass136,775 miles (+4,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    136,775 miles
    Test number
    307524904288
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass132,170 miles (-73)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    132,170 miles
    Test number
    537649723277
    • NoteAnti roll bar bushes deteriorated
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroded

  24. Fail132,243 miles (+3,694)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,243 miles
    Test number
    466585223096
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass128,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    128,549 miles
    Test number
    915458612041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail128,549 miles (+11,375)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,549 miles
    Test number
    406877012003
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Fail117,174 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,174 miles
    Test number
    267026621123
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass117,174 miles (+21,040)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    117,174 miles
    Test number
    949936221184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass96,134 miles (+19,993)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,134 miles
    Test number
    563459230124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass76,141 miles (+11,139)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,141 miles
    Test number
    791245929174
    • NoteWiper marks on N/S windscreen.

  31. Pass65,002 miles (+16,449)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    65,002 miles
    Test number
    293288338118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass48,553 miles (+15,686)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,553 miles
    Test number
    242572737425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass32,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,867 miles
    Test number
    114777536124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T29 DCM

Does T29 DCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 DCM is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T29 DCM?
The MOT on T29 DCM is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 DCM done?
T29 DCM was recorded at 166,527 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 6,567 miles a year.
Has T29 DCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 DCM has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T29 DCM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Aug 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T29 DCM find?
T29 DCM passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember, and 7 more.

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