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Toyota Avensis

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,762 cc

T307 LAUMOT history

T307 LAU is a red petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 226,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2023
Mileage
226,634 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T307 LAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,762 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T307 LAU was last recorded at 226,634 miles on 21 Mar 2022, 5,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,695 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
5,939 miles
Average per year
10,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 226,634 miles
  • 2021 – 220,695 miles
  • 2020 – 217,572 miles
  • 2019 – 209,503 miles
  • 2018 – 201,550 miles
  • 2017 – 192,621 miles
  • 2016 – 181,346 miles
  • 2015 – 168,745 miles
  • 2014 – 152,898 miles
  • 2013 – 136,497 miles
  • 2012 – 122,685 miles
  • 2011 – 107,806 miles
  • 2010 – 95,121 miles
  • 2009 – 83,735 miles
  • 2008 – 73,939 miles
  • 2007 – 68,220 miles
  • 2006 – 62,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,634 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s + o/s sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s + o/s (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass226,634 miles (+5,939)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    226,634 miles
    Test number
    309141330130
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s + o/s sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s + o/s (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass220,695 miles (+3,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    220,695 miles
    Test number
    503465271821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass217,572 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    217,572 miles
    Test number
    210848901865
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  4. Fail217,570 miles (+8,067)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,570 miles
    Test number
    181870673041
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  5. Pass209,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    209,503 miles
    Test number
    826979722769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail209,503 miles (+7,953)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,503 miles
    Test number
    285229581404
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass201,550 miles (+8,929)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    201,550 miles
    Test number
    104313604969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass192,621 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    192,621 miles
    Test number
    541172814319
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail192,621 miles (+11,275)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,621 miles
    Test number
    577367356869
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass181,346 miles (+12,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    181,346 miles
    Test number
    338785520292
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass168,745 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    168,745 miles
    Test number
    145100295078
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBreak pipes forming corriossion

  12. Fail168,745 miles (+15,847)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,745 miles
    Test number
    908130395055
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBreak pipes forming corriossion

  13. Pass152,898 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    152,898 miles
    Test number
    357671394038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail152,883 miles (+16,386)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,883 miles
    Test number
    145971794449
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass136,497 miles (+13,812)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    136,497 miles
    Test number
    727368183058
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBreak pipes forming crossion

  16. Pass122,685 miles (+395)10 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    122,685 miles
    Test number
    235904992065
    • NoteBattery is slightly insecure.
    • NoteBoth Front to Rear Brake Lines, near fuel tank and above rear axle are corroded, almost excessively, borderline to failure.
    • NoteClutch biting point is at the bottom of pedal travel.
    • NoteDrivers Door Latch would benefit from adjustment.
    • NoteEngine Management Lamp on.
    • NoteMinor Exhaust Blow at front joint.
    • NoteN/S/F brake line is beginning to corrode.
    • NoteO/S/F Indicator Bulb is loosing colour.
    • NoteRear Plate is deteriorating.
    • NoteRear Shockers are becoming bouncey, borderline to failure.

  17. Fail122,290 miles (+14,484)3 dangerous1 failure10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,290 miles
    Test number
    157727382066
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBattery is slightly insecure.
    • NoteBoth Front to Rear Brake Lines, near fuel tank and above rear axle are corroded, almost excessively, borderline to failure.
    • NoteClutch biting point is at the bottom of pedal travel.
    • NoteDrivers Door Latch would benefit from adjustment.
    • NoteEMISSIONS EXAMINATION WAS AB0RTED DUE TO EXHAUST FAILURE PROBLEM.
    • NoteEngine Management Lamp on.
    • NoteN/S/F brake line is beginning to corrode.
    • NoteO/S/F Indicator Bulb is loosing colour.
    • NoteRear Plate is deteriorating.
    • NoteRear Shockers are becoming bouncey, borderline to failure.

  18. Pass107,806 miles (+289)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    107,806 miles
    Test number
    958585791081
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads close to legal limit
    • NoteCorrosion on both front to rear brake pipes, both borderline to fail
    • NoteCorrosion on brake hose ferroules
    • NoteFront section exhaust deteriorating
    • NoteGeneral corrosion on suspension
    • NoteSlight wear on n/s/f seat belt webbing
    • NoteWipers appear worn

  19. Fail107,517 miles (+12,396)1 failure7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,517 miles
    Test number
    839079281029
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads on,close to legal limit, recc renew both
    • NoteBrake fluid slightly low
    • NoteCorrosion on both front to rear brake pipes and o/s/f brake pipe, all borderline to fail
    • NoteCorrosion started on brake hose ferroules
    • NoteExhaust centre section , slight blow near front joint, sealed for MOT pass, recc renew
    • NoteGeneral corrosion on suspension
    • NoteSlight damage on n/s/f seat belt webbing, borderline to fail

  20. Pass95,121 miles (+11,386)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,121 miles
    Test number
    132251280433
    • NoteCorrosion on both front to rear brake pipes near fuel tank
    • NoteCorrosion on both under sills at rear
    • NoteCorrosion on o/s/f brake pipe , borderline to fail
    • NoteCorrosion on rear anti roll bar
    • NoteCorrosion started on brake hose ferroules
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread dead on legal limit and aeging cracks appearing in treads , borderline to fail , recc renew
    • NoteSlight wear on n/s/f seat belt
    • NoteWear in o/s/f lower balljoint , borderline to fail , recc renew

  21. Pass83,735 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    83,735 miles
    Test number
    280313189018
    • NoteFront and centre exhaust joints corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread on/close to legal limit and aeging cracks appearing in tread bands , recc renew
    • NoteSlight corrosion on various brake pipes
    • NoteSlight wear/play in o/s/f lower balljoint

  22. Fail83,735 miles (+9,796)3 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,735 miles
    Test number
    842413889058
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront and centre exhaust joints corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread on/close to legal limit and aeging cracks appearing in tread bands , recc renew
    • NoteSlight corrosion on various brake pipes
    • NoteSlight wear/play in o/s/f lower balljoint

  23. Pass73,939 miles (+5,719)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    73,939 miles
    Test number
    394868578082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCorrosion on o/s/r feeder brake pipe near fuel tank

  24. Pass68,220 miles (+5,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,220 miles
    Test number
    544424597011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass62,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    62,670 miles
    Test number
    194063396443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T307 LAU

Does T307 LAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T307 LAU expired on 4 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T307 LAU?
The MOT on T307 LAU expired on 4 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T307 LAU done?
T307 LAU was recorded at 226,634 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2022, an average of 10,271 miles a year.
Has T307 LAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T307 LAU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on T307 LAU 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 T307 LAU find?
T307 LAU passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2022 with 6 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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