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Toyota RAV-4

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T489 NBLMOT history

T489 NBL is a blue petrol Toyota RAV-4 first used on 13 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 172,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2023
Mileage
172,752 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2022
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV-4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T489 NBL was last recorded at 172,752 miles on 10 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,752 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 172,752 miles
  • 2021 – 170,929 miles
  • 2020 – 169,305 miles
  • 2019 – 166,246 miles
  • 2018 – 162,563 miles
  • 2017 – 158,043 miles
  • 2016 – 153,779 miles
  • 2015 – 148,519 miles
  • 2014 – 143,580 miles
  • 2013 – 138,356 miles
  • 2012 – 131,217 miles
  • 2011 – 121,808 miles
  • 2010 – 111,953 miles
  • 2009 – 102,784 miles
  • 2008 – 90,229 miles
  • 2007 – 73,863 miles
  • 2006 – 60,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,752 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAux belt splitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Covers fitted to vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,752 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    172,752 miles
    Test number
    942296616342
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAux belt split

  2. Fail172,752 miles (+1,823)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,752 miles
    Test number
    320947943085
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAux belt split

  3. Pass170,929 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    170,929 miles
    Test number
    120408934452
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n.s.r (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail170,929 miles (+1,624)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,929 miles
    Test number
    993531644479
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken o.s.r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n.s.f (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n.s.r (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass169,305 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    169,305 miles
    Test number
    183389034445
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

  6. Fail169,305 miles (+3,059)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,305 miles
    Test number
    192610104129
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

  7. Pass166,246 miles (+3,683)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    166,246 miles
    Test number
    642522268553
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension boots and bushes perished
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

  8. Pass162,563 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    162,563 miles
    Test number
    924968887388
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all 4 (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryAll bushes perished
    • AdvisoryN.s.f tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryWipers poor condition

  9. Fail162,562 miles (+4,519)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,562 miles
    Test number
    331185531226
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure Excessive play in mounting bushes and bolt loose (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll rubber bushes are perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres and the offside front tyre are very perished
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All four (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Into flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWipers are poor but do clear the screen

  10. Pass158,043 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    158,043 miles
    Test number
    968337547677
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres heavily perished.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides. (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside surface corrosion, particularly to the rear of chassis.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber dust cover deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNo handbrake warning light illuminating on instrument cluster.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated Buckle has a lot of free play, but not insecure. (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil staining from around cam cover gasket.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack mounting bushes, but not insecure.
    • AdvisorySlight side to side lay in handbrake lever, but not likely to disengage.
    • AdvisorySpare wheel tyre in poor condition.

  11. Fail158,043 miles (+4,264)2 failures2 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,043 miles
    Test number
    531060125908
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Mudguard adrift. Found on lock to lock check. (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres heavily perished.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides. (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside surface corrosion, particularly to the rear of chassis.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber dust cover deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNo handbrake warning light illuminating on instrument cluster.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated Buckle has a lot of free play, but not insecure. (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil staining from around cam cover gasket.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack mounting bushes, but not insecure.
    • AdvisorySlight side to side lay in handbrake lever, but not likely to disengage.
    • AdvisorySpare wheel tyre in poor condition.

  12. Pass153,779 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    153,779 miles
    Test number
    285757584577
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail153,779 miles (+5,260)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,779 miles
    Test number
    875751032442
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass148,519 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    148,519 miles
    Test number
    738546455036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Fail148,519 miles (+4,939)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,519 miles
    Test number
    677346455065
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass143,580 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    143,580 miles
    Test number
    399419754050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail143,580 miles (+5,224)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,580 miles
    Test number
    497109754006
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail138,356 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,356 miles
    Test number
    128710163001
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass138,356 miles (+7,139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    138,356 miles
    Test number
    958610063057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  20. Fail131,217 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,217 miles
    Test number
    146110562453
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass131,217 miles (+9,409)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    131,217 miles
    Test number
    739100962023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass121,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    121,808 miles
    Test number
    189067841499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail121,808 miles (+9,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,808 miles
    Test number
    328507741012
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  24. Pass111,953 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    111,953 miles
    Test number
    462745730044
    • NoteBoth wiper blade rubbers split
    • NoteO/s/r tyre out of shape

  25. Fail111,953 miles (+9,169)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,953 miles
    Test number
    572845730067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth wiper blade rubbers split
    • NoteO/s/r tyre out of shape

  26. Pass102,784 miles (+12,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,784 miles
    Test number
    414974949052
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  27. Pass90,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    90,229 miles
    Test number
    341193448083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail90,229 miles (+16,366)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,229 miles
    Test number
    302353048015
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass73,863 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,863 miles
    Test number
    762471467060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  30. Fail73,863 miles (+12,944)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,863 miles
    Test number
    182201167000
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  31. Pass60,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    60,919 miles
    Test number
    561331466036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T489 NBL

Does T489 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T489 NBL expired on 16 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T489 NBL?
The MOT on T489 NBL expired on 16 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T489 NBL done?
T489 NBL was recorded at 172,752 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2022, an average of 6,980 miles a year.
Has T489 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 NBL has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T489 NBL 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 T489 NBL find?
T489 NBL passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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