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Toyota Avensis

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T488 KADMOT history

T488 KAD is a red petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 27 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,874 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2024
Mileage
101,874 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 KAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T488 KAD was last recorded at 101,874 miles on 26 Mar 2024, 2,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,641 miles · 24 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,233 miles
Average per year
2,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,874 miles
  • 2023 – 99,641 miles
  • 2022 – 97,618 miles
  • 2021 – 95,833 miles
  • 2020 – 93,942 miles
  • 2019 – 91,969 miles
  • 2018 – 89,963 miles
  • 2017 – 88,059 miles
  • 2016 – 86,224 miles
  • 2015 – 84,654 miles
  • 2014 – 82,678 miles
  • 2013 – 80,506 miles
  • 2012 – 77,181 miles
  • 2011 – 75,009 miles
  • 2010 – 73,706 miles
  • 2009 – 72,722 miles
  • 2008 – 71,999 miles
  • 2007 – 67,887 miles
  • 2006 – 62,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,874 miles
  • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryAll suspension arms corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,874 miles (+2,233)3 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,874 miles
    Test number
    815063081790
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms corroded

  2. Pass99,641 miles (+2,023)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    99,641 miles
    Test number
    231351672194
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and tread cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and tread cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms corroded

  3. Pass97,618 miles (+1,785)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    97,618 miles
    Test number
    780589275911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms corroded

  4. Pass95,833 miles (+1,891)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    95,833 miles
    Test number
    419230514274
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded

  5. Pass93,942 miles (+1,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    93,942 miles
    Test number
    273749924102
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded

  6. Pass91,969 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    91,969 miles
    Test number
    241607085892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail91,969 miles (+2,006)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,969 miles
    Test number
    927712378392
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture at flexi hose (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass89,963 miles (+1,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,963 miles
    Test number
    628838172867
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass88,059 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,059 miles
    Test number
    412350372269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail88,018 miles (+1,794)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,018 miles
    Test number
    350571167339
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass86,224 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,224 miles
    Test number
    478951401164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail86,224 miles (+1,570)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,224 miles
    Test number
    793348996424
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass84,654 miles (+1,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    718760095070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass82,678 miles (+2,172)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,678 miles
    Test number
    158985784009
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass80,506 miles (+3,325)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,506 miles
    Test number
    716232593024
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass77,181 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,181 miles
    Test number
    196279482095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

  17. Fail77,181 miles (+2,172)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,181 miles
    Test number
    348829182005
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

  18. Pass75,009 miles (+1,303)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,009 miles
    Test number
    887449681003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,706 miles (+984)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,706 miles
    Test number
    172200090409
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  20. Fail72,722 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,722 miles
    Test number
    383162999062
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  21. Pass72,722 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    72,722 miles
    Test number
    404982299027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,999 miles (+4,112)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    71,999 miles
    Test number
    232691198010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,887 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    67,887 miles
    Test number
    293653597061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail67,792 miles (+5,456)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,792 miles
    Test number
    162317187433
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass62,336 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,336 miles
    Test number
    451553286069
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T488 KAD

Does T488 KAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T488 KAD expired on 2 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T488 KAD?
The MOT on T488 KAD expired on 2 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T488 KAD done?
T488 KAD was recorded at 101,874 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2024, an average of 2,196 miles a year.
Has T488 KAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 KAD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T488 KAD 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 T488 KAD find?
T488 KAD failed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 10 advisories: front brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% axle 1; nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 15 more.

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