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Toyota Avensis

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,762 cc

T578 RYJMOT history

T578 RYJ is a blue petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 269,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
269,336 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T578 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
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T578 RYJ was last recorded at 269,336 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
269,048 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
288 miles
Average per year
8,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 269,336 miles
  • 2025 – 259,448 miles
  • 2024 – 254,228 miles
  • 2023 – 246,924 miles
  • 2022 – 240,058 miles
  • 2021 – 233,071 miles
  • 2020 – 226,792 miles
  • 2019 – 220,225 miles
  • 2018 – 205,915 miles
  • 2017 – 184,990 miles
  • 2016 – 168,139 miles
  • 2015 – 147,706 miles
  • 2014 – 130,385 miles
  • 2013 – 125,373 miles
  • 2012 – 119,826 miles
  • 2011 – 112,958 miles
  • 2010 – 103,840 miles
  • 2009 – 99,235 miles
  • 2008 – 93,409 miles
  • 2007 – 88,793 miles
  • 2006 – 87,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,336 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass269,336 miles (+288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    269,336 miles
    Test number
    429610095088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail269,048 miles (+9,600)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,048 miles
    Test number
    865631796670
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Cill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass259,448 miles (+5,220)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    259,448 miles
    Test number
    933826641992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass254,228 miles (+7,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    254,228 miles
    Test number
    331902064109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass246,924 miles (+6,866)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    246,924 miles
    Test number
    166745317523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass240,058 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    240,058 miles
    Test number
    132394091235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail240,056 miles (+6,985)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,056 miles
    Test number
    204870149887
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass233,071 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    233,071 miles
    Test number
    412817849615
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail233,068 miles (+6,276)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,068 miles
    Test number
    324251256194
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass226,792 miles (+92)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    226,792 miles
    Test number
    470575775261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail226,700 miles (+6,475)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,700 miles
    Test number
    652829330004
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass220,225 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    220,225 miles
    Test number
    336909391111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail220,223 miles (+14,308)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,223 miles
    Test number
    660990389642
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached d bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass205,915 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    205,915 miles
    Test number
    563986869721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail205,910 miles (+20,920)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,910 miles
    Test number
    867837498136
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass184,990 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    184,990 miles
    Test number
    440641580008
    • 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)

  17. Fail184,988 miles (+16,849)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,988 miles
    Test number
    316943448356
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  18. Pass168,139 miles (+20,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    168,139 miles
    Test number
    290150246151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  19. Pass147,706 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    147,706 miles
    Test number
    747583621977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail147,700 miles (+17,315)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,700 miles
    Test number
    734923819705
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure both rack bushes worn (2.2.B.1a)

  21. Pass130,385 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    130,385 miles
    Test number
    949407244232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail130,381 miles (+5,008)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,381 miles
    Test number
    447945044210
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass125,373 miles (+5,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    125,373 miles
    Test number
    237341043258
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass119,826 miles (+6,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    119,826 miles
    Test number
    855133422289
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass112,958 miles (+9,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    112,958 miles
    Test number
    405242041237
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass103,840 miles (+4,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    103,840 miles
    Test number
    292429730457
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass99,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    99,235 miles
    Test number
    753898229117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,230 miles (+5,821)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,230 miles
    Test number
    883618529103
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass93,409 miles (+4,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    93,409 miles
    Test number
    700796338151
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass88,793 miles (+1,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    88,793 miles
    Test number
    780976037151
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  31. Pass87,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    723856146110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T578 RYJ

Does T578 RYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T578 RYJ is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T578 RYJ?
The MOT on T578 RYJ is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T578 RYJ done?
T578 RYJ was recorded at 269,336 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 8,984 miles a year.
Has T578 RYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T578 RYJ has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T578 RYJ 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 T578 RYJ find?
T578 RYJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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