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Toyota RAV4

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T398 AREMOT history

T398 ARE is a black petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 165,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2024
Mileage
165,554 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T398 ARE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T398 ARE was last recorded at 165,554 miles on 12 Sept 2023, 3,551 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,003 miles · 5 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3,551 miles
Average per year
6,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 165,554 miles
  • 2022 – 162,003 miles
  • 2021 – 159,839 miles
  • 2019 – 157,287 miles
  • 2018 – 153,005 miles
  • 2017 – 150,474 miles
  • 2016 – 146,915 miles
  • 2015 – 141,214 miles
  • 2014 – 136,743 miles
  • 2013 – 130,980 miles
  • 2012 – 123,384 miles
  • 2011 – 115,951 miles
  • 2010 – 108,217 miles
  • 2009 – 96,877 miles
  • 2008 – 85,501 miles
  • 2007 – 72,487 miles
  • 2005 – 53,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,554 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both bottom arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes onto steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner + outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner + outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner + outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes on top of rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,554 miles (+3,551)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,554 miles
    Test number
    803523994344
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both bottom arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes onto steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner + outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass162,003 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    162,003 miles
    Test number
    902552397705
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner + outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner + outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes on top of rack (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail162,002 miles (+2,163)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,002 miles
    Test number
    911808580680
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded full length (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner + outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner + outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes on top of rack (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass159,839 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    159,839 miles
    Test number
    972015083241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass157,287 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    157,287 miles
    Test number
    936344696185
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS and OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS lower sill and rear outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail157,287 miles (+4,282)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,287 miles
    Test number
    889107932179
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated NS and OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NS and OS inner wheelarch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front and both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS and OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS lower sill and rear outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass153,005 miles (+2,531)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    153,005 miles
    Test number
    173000137312
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded all
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension correded

  8. Pass150,474 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    150,474 miles
    Test number
    312214106224
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail150,474 miles (+3,559)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,474 miles
    Test number
    888786224089
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass146,915 miles (+5,701)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    146,915 miles
    Test number
    886922932720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass141,214 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    141,214 miles
    Test number
    870448292109
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail141,213 miles (+4,470)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,213 miles
    Test number
    768440219173
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass136,743 miles (+5,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    136,743 miles
    Test number
    835929864255
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass130,980 miles (+7,596)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    130,980 miles
    Test number
    517654933263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass123,384 miles (+7,433)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    123,384 miles
    Test number
    298055402274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  16. Pass115,951 miles (+7,734)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    115,951 miles
    Test number
    209774991451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,217 miles (+11,340)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    108,217 miles
    Test number
    360941990102
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRear step corroded

  18. Pass96,877 miles (+11,376)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    96,877 miles
    Test number
    211513469457
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass85,501 miles (+13,014)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    85,501 miles
    Test number
    464964658178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,487 miles (+19,093)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,487 miles
    Test number
    231722657445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    53,394 miles
    Test number
    603883055325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T398 ARE

Does T398 ARE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T398 ARE expired on 11 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T398 ARE?
The MOT on T398 ARE expired on 11 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T398 ARE done?
T398 ARE was recorded at 165,554 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2023, an average of 6,326 miles a year.
Has T398 ARE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T398 ARE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T398 ARE 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 T398 ARE find?
T398 ARE passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both bottom arms, and 5 more.

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