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Toyota RAV4

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T397 GNMMOT history

T397 GNM is a red petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 22 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 160,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2026
Mileage
160,160 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 GNM
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
22 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 GNM was last recorded at 160,160 miles on 12 Sept 2025, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,134 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
3,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,160 miles
  • 2024 – 148,578 miles
  • 2023 – 134,286 miles
  • 2022 – 124,745 miles
  • 2021 – 122,246 miles
  • 2020 – 121,530 miles
  • 2019 – 119,189 miles
  • 2018 – 117,441 miles
  • 2017 – 115,725 miles
  • 2016 – 114,002 miles
  • 2015 – 111,928 miles
  • 2014 – 109,714 miles
  • 2013 – 107,777 miles
  • 2012 – 105,848 miles
  • 2011 – 103,611 miles
  • 2010 – 100,742 miles
  • 2009 – 97,743 miles
  • 2008 – 95,380 miles
  • 2007 – 92,374 miles
  • 2006 – 83,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,160 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,160 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    160,160 miles
    Test number
    493158653277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail160,134 miles (+11,556)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,134 miles
    Test number
    780121700725
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch, towards rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch, towards rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass148,578 miles (+14,292)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    148,578 miles
    Test number
    222017997139
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated All four (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass134,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    134,286 miles
    Test number
    183772627238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail134,286 miles (+9,541)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,286 miles
    Test number
    874945046511
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass124,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,745 miles
    Test number
    118794422626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail124,745 miles (+2,499)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,745 miles
    Test number
    964494221012
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,246 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    122,246 miles
    Test number
    840690528615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass121,530 miles (+8)6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,530 miles
    Test number
    322215418855
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside of vehicle

  10. Fail121,522 miles (+2,333)2 major6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,522 miles
    Test number
    968392130342
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside of vehicle

  11. Pass119,189 miles (+1,748)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    119,189 miles
    Test number
    267040430620
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass117,441 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    117,441 miles
    Test number
    597678894564
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail117,441 miles (+1,716)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,441 miles
    Test number
    698023097062
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass115,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,725 miles
    Test number
    142313785291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail115,725 miles (+1,723)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,725 miles
    Test number
    889984779692
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass114,002 miles (+2,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,002 miles
    Test number
    456260512393
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to crack

  17. Pass111,928 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    111,928 miles
    Test number
    907687655050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass109,714 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    109,714 miles
    Test number
    136599454068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass107,777 miles (+1,929)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    107,777 miles
    Test number
    999050063018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass105,848 miles (+2,237)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,848 miles
    Test number
    277262062035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,611 miles (+2,869)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    103,611 miles
    Test number
    358897851048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,742 miles (+2,999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    100,742 miles
    Test number
    873948750023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass97,743 miles (+2,363)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    97,743 miles
    Test number
    412649959090
    • NoteRear tyre treadsa getting low

  24. Pass95,380 miles (+3,006)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    95,380 miles
    Test number
    470471268067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass92,374 miles (+8,445)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    92,374 miles
    Test number
    531999937058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass83,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    83,929 miles
    Test number
    203084056048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T397 GNM

Does T397 GNM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T397 GNM expired on 11 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T397 GNM?
The MOT on T397 GNM expired on 11 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T397 GNM done?
T397 GNM was recorded at 160,160 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2025, an average of 3,899 miles a year.
Has T397 GNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 GNM has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T397 GNM 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 T397 GNM find?
T397 GNM passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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