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Toyota Avensis

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,587 cc

T423 AREMOT history

T423 ARE is a silver petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2022 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 233,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2022
Mileage
233,707 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T423 ARE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T423 ARE was last recorded at 233,707 miles on 7 Jul 2022, 2,950 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Feb 2008: 76,333 miles, lower than 77,872 miles on 16 Mar 2007.

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
230,757 miles · 20 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,950 miles
Average per year
10,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 233,707 miles
  • 2021 – 230,757 miles
  • 2020 – 228,795 miles
  • 2019 – 226,023 miles
  • 2018 – 219,358 miles
  • 2017 – 207,669 miles
  • 2016 – 192,208 miles
  • 2015 – 182,368 miles
  • 2014 – 161,868 miles
  • 2013 – 152,444 miles
  • 2012 – 134,645 miles
  • 2011 – 92,768 miles
  • 2010 – 85,576 miles
  • 2009 – 81,235 miles
  • 2008 – 76,333 miles
  • 2007 – 77,872 miles
  • 2006 – 67,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail233,707 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 1.12% (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits 0.80% (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 600ppm (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded also insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive structure, inner sills and inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn close to minimum thickness

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to limits

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills and inner arches

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail233,707 miles (+2,950)1 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,707 miles
    Test number
    172345575456
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 1.12% (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits 0.80% (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 600ppm (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded also insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive structure, inner sills and inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass230,757 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    230,757 miles
    Test number
    186514781667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn close to minimum thickness (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to limits (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills and inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail230,757 miles (+1,962)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,757 miles
    Test number
    832521344725
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner/outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn close to minimum thickness (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to limits (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills and inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass228,795 miles (+2,772)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    228,795 miles
    Test number
    876175043380
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills,arches and floor corroded

  5. Pass226,023 miles (+6,665)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    226,023 miles
    Test number
    182688717929
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOuter Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass219,358 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    219,358 miles
    Test number
    673212618691
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Fail219,358 miles (+11,689)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,358 miles
    Test number
    555455436660
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass207,669 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    207,669 miles
    Test number
    883465089784
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all front and rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle floor corroded

  9. Fail207,658 miles (+45)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,658 miles
    Test number
    726837317781
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryHandbrake tell tale innop

  10. Fail207,613 miles (+15,405)6 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,613 miles
    Test number
    699708090200
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded after front to rear join (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded after front to rear join (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryCannot fully check boot load area as boot's quite full
    • AdvisoryHandbrake tell tale innop

  11. Pass192,208 miles (+9,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    192,208 miles
    Test number
    166935349525
    • 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)

  12. Pass182,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    182,368 miles
    Test number
    377475005286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail182,368 miles (+20,500)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,368 miles
    Test number
    147154405225
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Pass161,868 miles (+9,424)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    161,868 miles
    Test number
    866078394195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass152,444 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    152,444 miles
    Test number
    836756193134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail152,444 miles (+17,799)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,444 miles
    Test number
    435836293175
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass134,645 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    134,645 miles
    Test number
    979376902200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail134,633 miles (+14,186)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,633 miles
    Test number
    387415302218
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  19. Pass120,447 miles (+27,679)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    120,447 miles
    Test number
    546272532093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,768 miles (+7,192)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,768 miles
    Test number
    665751341059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,576 miles (+4,341)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    85,576 miles
    Test number
    260080340054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,235 miles (+12)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    81,235 miles
    Test number
    940735539043
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFron number plate slightly damaged

  23. Fail81,223 miles (+4,890)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,223 miles
    Test number
    710931139055
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Rear Tyres Cracked and Perished
    • NoteFron number plate slightly damaged

  24. Pass76,333 miles (-1,539)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    76,333 miles
    Test number
    344446538063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    77,872 miles
    Test number
    473345177076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,872 miles (+10,144)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,872 miles
    Test number
    791525977046
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass67,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    67,728 miles
    Test number
    281994976058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T423 ARE

Does T423 ARE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T423 ARE expired on 24 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T423 ARE?
The MOT on T423 ARE expired on 24 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T423 ARE done?
T423 ARE was recorded at 233,707 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2022, an average of 10,175 miles a year.
Has T423 ARE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T423 ARE has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T423 ARE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T423 ARE find?
T423 ARE failed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 1.12%; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits 0.80%, and 16 more.

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