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Toyota RAV4

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T551 JBLMOT history

T551 JBL is a blue petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 120,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
120,732 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 JBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 JBL was last recorded at 120,732 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,722 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,732 miles
  • 2025 – 120,722 miles
  • 2024 – 120,179 miles
  • 2023 – 115,293 miles
  • 2022 – 107,725 miles
  • 2021 – 99,969 miles
  • 2020 – 90,733 miles
  • 2019 – 78,944 miles
  • 2018 – 67,175 miles
  • 2017 – 65,099 miles
  • 2016 – 62,803 miles
  • 2015 – 59,092 miles
  • 2014 – 56,107 miles
  • 2013 – 54,071 miles
  • 2012 – 52,206 miles
  • 2011 – 50,410 miles
  • 2010 – 48,207 miles
  • 2009 – 45,808 miles
  • 2008 – 42,916 miles
  • 2007 – 40,537 miles
  • 2006 – 38,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,732 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear brake performance low (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,732 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    120,732 miles
    Test number
    820037560513
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear brake performance low (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass120,722 miles (+543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    120,722 miles
    Test number
    567457817576
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  3. Pass120,179 miles (+20)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    120,179 miles
    Test number
    853852048098
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perished and cracking (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cracking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail120,159 miles (+4,866)5 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,159 miles
    Test number
    317178118863
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/arch next to trailing arm (marked in yellow chalk) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass115,293 miles (+7,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    115,293 miles
    Test number
    275833607331
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,725 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    107,725 miles
    Test number
    713584591652
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,716 miles (+7,747)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,716 miles
    Test number
    552909095372
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass99,969 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    99,969 miles
    Test number
    667595518525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,965 miles (+9,232)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,965 miles
    Test number
    423249699525
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached Lower bolt missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both NOT ADJUSTING (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass90,733 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    90,733 miles
    Test number
    458346887904
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail90,721 miles (+11,777)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,721 miles
    Test number
    713012129268
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Cords exposed. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass78,944 miles (+11,769)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,944 miles
    Test number
    214447961606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,175 miles
    Test number
    832379005117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,175 miles (+9)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,175 miles
    Test number
    126460743715
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Fail67,166 miles (+2,067)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,166 miles
    Test number
    273613355739
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass65,099 miles (+2,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,099 miles
    Test number
    774633755551
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perrishing

  17. Pass62,803 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,803 miles
    Test number
    905697010865
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perrishing

  18. Fail62,727 miles (+3,635)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,727 miles
    Test number
    760898888408
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass59,092 miles (+2,985)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,092 miles
    Test number
    228009595020
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn 3mm.
    • NoteRear wiper washer n/w.
    • NoteSlight travel in hand brake lever.
    • NoteSurface rust in front & rear suspension areas.

  20. Pass56,107 miles (+2,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,107 miles
    Test number
    887054804116
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass54,071 miles (+1,865)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,071 miles
    Test number
    347570003151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,206 miles (+1,796)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,206 miles
    Test number
    365751502132
    • NoteNearside rear spring seat not located properly
    • NoteRear washer jet not working (washer fluid leaking when operated)

  23. Pass50,410 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,410 miles
    Test number
    656338801150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail50,410 miles (+2,203)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,410 miles
    Test number
    376883101135
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass48,207 miles (+2,399)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,207 miles
    Test number
    102791090401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,808 miles (+2,892)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,808 miles
    Test number
    152581999430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,916 miles (+2,379)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,916 miles
    Test number
    620572098014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,537 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,537 miles
    Test number
    210823597098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,696 miles
    Test number
    232879306189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T551 JBL

Does T551 JBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T551 JBL is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T551 JBL?
The MOT on T551 JBL is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T551 JBL done?
T551 JBL was recorded at 120,732 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 4,107 miles a year.
Has T551 JBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 JBL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T551 JBL 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 T551 JBL find?
T551 JBL passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear brake performance low.

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