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Toyota Avensis

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,762 cc

T406 RYJMOT history

T406 RYJ is a blue petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 125,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2025
Mileage
125,003 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T406 RYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,762 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2025
Latest MOT test
28 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T406 RYJ was last recorded at 125,003 miles on 28 May 2024, 437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Feb 2017: 106,254 miles, lower than 107,254 miles on 7 Feb 2017.

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
124,566 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
437 miles
Average per year
4,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,003 miles
  • 2023 – 116,675 miles
  • 2022 – 116,494 miles
  • 2021 – 116,267 miles
  • 2020 – 115,554 miles
  • 2019 – 112,395 miles
  • 2018 – 109,797 miles
  • 2017 – 106,254 miles
  • 2016 – 104,432 miles
  • 2015 – 95,351 miles
  • 2014 – 88,957 miles
  • 2013 – 81,736 miles
  • 2012 – 79,634 miles
  • 2011 – 73,776 miles
  • 2010 – 68,741 miles
  • 2009 – 63,899 miles
  • 2008 – 58,091 miles
  • 2007 – 50,906 miles
  • 2006 – 46,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,003 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,003 miles (+437)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,003 miles
    Test number
    141730971654
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail124,566 miles (+7,891)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,566 miles
    Test number
    833412089765
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass116,675 miles (+181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    116,675 miles
    Test number
    295410954993
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  4. Pass116,494 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    560847875787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail116,471 miles (+204)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,471 miles
    Test number
    374719313516
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass116,267 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    116,267 miles
    Test number
    718735400937
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Fail116,260 miles (+706)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,260 miles
    Test number
    511110439627
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Pass115,554 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    115,554 miles
    Test number
    939543428942
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEm light on

  9. Fail115,552 miles (+3,157)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,552 miles
    Test number
    637390245276
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryEm light on

  10. Pass112,395 miles (+2,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,395 miles
    Test number
    225613490439
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass109,797 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    109,797 miles
    Test number
    295748501500
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail109,793 miles (+3,539)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,793 miles
    Test number
    296538725456
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 0.62% (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass106,254 miles (-1,000)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    106,254 miles
    Test number
    858949867969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCovers over brake pipes

  14. Fail107,254 miles (+2,822)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,254 miles
    Test number
    573601955368
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion inner sill (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCovers over brake pipes

  15. Pass104,432 miles (+9,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    104,432 miles
    Test number
    196128964592
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass95,351 miles (+6,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,351 miles
    Test number
    649513945020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass88,957 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    88,957 miles
    Test number
    575653154007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail88,952 miles (+7,216)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,952 miles
    Test number
    527395044010
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass81,736 miles (+2,102)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    81,736 miles
    Test number
    366287033044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,634 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    79,634 miles
    Test number
    556560642063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,633 miles (+5,857)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,633 miles
    Test number
    185167932442
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass73,776 miles (+3)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,776 miles
    Test number
    995471641039
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteSlight play at nearside steering rack

  23. Fail73,773 miles (+5,032)8 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,773 miles
    Test number
    708220141036
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteSlight play at nearside steering rack

  24. Pass68,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    68,741 miles
    Test number
    392505930073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,738 miles (+4,839)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,738 miles
    Test number
    400235730059
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass63,899 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,899 miles
    Test number
    771850259013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail63,896 miles (+5,805)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,896 miles
    Test number
    472499649008
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  28. Pass58,091 miles (+7,185)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    58,091 miles
    Test number
    704442758052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,906 miles (+4,550)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,906 miles
    Test number
    511821857042
    • NotePlease note that both front to rear metal brake pipe are starting to corrode

  30. Pass46,356 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,356 miles
    Test number
    554873456016
    • NoteADVISE THE STEERING RACK MOUNTING RUBBERS HAVE SLIGHT PLAY IN THEM

Questions about T406 RYJ

Does T406 RYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T406 RYJ expired on 30 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T406 RYJ?
The MOT on T406 RYJ expired on 30 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T406 RYJ done?
T406 RYJ was recorded at 125,003 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2024, an average of 4,307 miles a year.
Has T406 RYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T406 RYJ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T406 RYJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T406 RYJ find?
T406 RYJ passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2024 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear coil spring corroded both.

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