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White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T581 KRLMOT history

T581 KRL is a white petrol Suzuki Carry first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 74,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2026
Mileage
74,510 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 KRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Carry
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T581 KRL was last recorded at 74,510 miles on 25 Jan 2025, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,384 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
2,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,510 miles
  • 2023 – 54,586 miles
  • 2022 – 53,109 miles
  • 2021 – 50,666 miles
  • 2020 – 50,409 miles
  • 2019 – 49,789 miles
  • 2018 – 48,363 miles
  • 2017 – 47,111 miles
  • 2016 – 45,955 miles
  • 2015 – 44,408 miles
  • 2014 – 42,416 miles
  • 2013 – 40,662 miles
  • 2012 – 39,027 miles
  • 2011 – 37,384 miles
  • 2010 – 35,459 miles
  • 2009 – 33,460 miles
  • 2008 – 31,598 miles
  • 2007 – 29,642 miles
  • 2006 – 27,815 miles
  • 2005 – 25,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,510 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Underbody of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,510 miles (+126)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    74,510 miles
    Test number
    367565044017
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail74,384 miles (+19,798)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,384 miles
    Test number
    934846222873
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area within 30cm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  3. Pass54,586 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    54,586 miles
    Test number
    809712009617
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody of vehicle showing signs of corrosion
  4. Fail54,586 miles (+1,477)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,586 miles
    Test number
    546612718981
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody of vehicle showing signs of corrosion
  5. Pass53,109 miles (+7)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    53,109 miles
    Test number
    130417785051
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flex hose to rear wheel cyl (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRev light inop
  6. Fail53,102 miles (+2,436)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,102 miles
    Test number
    217804892799
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flex hose to rear wheel cyl (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRev light inop
  7. Pass50,666 miles (+27)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,666 miles
    Test number
    343725785338
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill holed and corroded but not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill holed and corroded but not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail50,639 miles (+230)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,639 miles
    Test number
    394573023415
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill holed and corroded but not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill holed and corroded but not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass50,409 miles (+620)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,409 miles
    Test number
    137405793287
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing
  10. Pass49,789 miles (+1,426)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,789 miles
    Test number
    218406288669
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded after flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroding
  11. Pass48,363 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    48,363 miles
    Test number
    214209895310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,351 miles (+1,240)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,351 miles
    Test number
    694469673105
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass47,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,111 miles
    Test number
    944329737017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail47,111 miles (+1,156)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,111 miles
    Test number
    392857053929
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass45,955 miles (+1,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,955 miles
    Test number
    423264884917
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroding.
  16. Pass44,408 miles (+1,992)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,408 miles
    Test number
    606124125265
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOne of the rear exhaust box mounting brackets has broken off.
  17. Pass42,416 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,416 miles
    Test number
    965586024234
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Fail42,390 miles (+1,728)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    779424814204
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
  19. Pass40,662 miles (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,662 miles
    Test number
    367740473119
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
  20. Fail40,648 miles (+1,621)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,648 miles
    Test number
    255625163461
    • 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)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
  21. Pass39,027 miles (+1,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,027 miles
    Test number
    137003062103
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  22. Pass37,384 miles (+1,925)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,384 miles
    Test number
    587174171175
    • NoteSlight under body corrosion
  23. Pass35,459 miles (+1,999)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,459 miles
    Test number
    352823270192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,460 miles (+1,862)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,460 miles
    Test number
    800327069104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,598 miles (+1,956)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,598 miles
    Test number
    314060078186
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  26. Pass29,642 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,642 miles
    Test number
    233640977111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,815 miles (+2,324)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    27,815 miles
    Test number
    531326366168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    25,491 miles
    Test number
    133267826077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass25,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    25,491 miles
    Test number
    440637026042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T581 KRL

Does T581 KRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T581 KRL expired on 24 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T581 KRL?
The MOT on T581 KRL expired on 24 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T581 KRL done?
T581 KRL was recorded at 74,510 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2025, an average of 2,497 miles a year.
Has T581 KRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 KRL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T581 KRL 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 T581 KRL find?
T581 KRL passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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