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Toyota Avensis

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T581 SYJMOT history

T581 SYJ is a blue petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 155,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2023
Mileage
155,797 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 SYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T581 SYJ was last recorded at 155,797 miles on 13 Mar 2023, 3,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,359 miles · 18 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3,438 miles
Average per year
4,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,797 miles
  • 2022 – 152,359 miles
  • 2021 – 148,534 miles
  • 2020 – 147,459 miles
  • 2019 – 143,897 miles
  • 2018 – 139,849 miles
  • 2017 – 133,304 miles
  • 2016 – 128,259 miles
  • 2015 – 123,279 miles
  • 2013 – 118,832 miles
  • 2012 – 113,898 miles
  • 2011 – 110,302 miles
  • 2010 – 106,724 miles
  • 2009 – 101,490 miles
  • 2008 – 98,389 miles
  • 2007 – 93,887 miles
  • 2006 – 88,876 miles
  • 2005 – 83,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,797 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases several places (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (end of sill area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (end of sill area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Outer sill corroded (not prescribed area)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,797 miles (+3,438)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,797 miles
    Test number
    725055421520
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases several places (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (end of sill area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (end of sill area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass152,359 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    152,359 miles
    Test number
    913565079959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded (not prescribed area)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail152,353 miles (+3,819)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,353 miles
    Test number
    474172585218
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded (not prescribed area)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass148,534 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    148,534 miles
    Test number
    805834134554
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail148,533 miles (+1,074)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,533 miles
    Test number
    134364078488
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust Blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced & Nearside, Inner & Outer sills Corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass147,459 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    147,459 miles
    Test number
    223073344480
    • AdvisoryBoth Inner Sills Badly Corroded, & General Under Body Corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All, (Front & Rear) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & System, & Clamps badly Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides, Sidewalls & Tread Area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail147,459 miles (+3,562)1 dangerous4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,459 miles
    Test number
    827302582311
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system At Repair Joint (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Catalyst (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth Inner Sills Badly Corroded, & General Under Body Corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All, (Front & Rear) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & System, & Clamps badly Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides, Sidewalls & Tread Area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass143,897 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    143,897 miles
    Test number
    777819140260
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases &System Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Sills Corroded

  9. Fail143,897 miles (+4,048)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,897 miles
    Test number
    467146619954
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due To Brake Pipe Bursting (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded & Front To Rear, Burst (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases &System Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Sills Corroded

  10. Pass139,849 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    139,849 miles
    Test number
    700668345096
    • 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)

  11. Fail139,840 miles (+6,536)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,840 miles
    Test number
    480244931737
    • FailureNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)

  12. Pass133,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    133,304 miles
    Test number
    539233565001
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail133,304 miles (+5,045)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,304 miles
    Test number
    499733217401
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass128,259 miles (+4,980)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    128,259 miles
    Test number
    687273330555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass123,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    123,279 miles
    Test number
    107828005041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail123,279 miles (+4,447)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,279 miles
    Test number
    795998405044
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  17. Pass118,832 miles (+4,934)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    118,832 miles
    Test number
    585676013384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass113,898 miles (+3,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    113,898 miles
    Test number
    689855522347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass110,302 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    110,302 miles
    Test number
    529112321301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass106,724 miles (+5,234)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    106,724 miles
    Test number
    902195810388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass101,490 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    101,490 miles
    Test number
    411721229366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,389 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,389 miles
    Test number
    291603428397
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass98,389 miles (+4,502)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    98,389 miles
    Test number
    832503928361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass93,887 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    93,887 miles
    Test number
    223649207340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass88,876 miles (+5,634)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    88,876 miles
    Test number
    431482016409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass83,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    83,242 miles
    Test number
    500311925347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T581 SYJ

Does T581 SYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T581 SYJ expired on 25 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T581 SYJ?
The MOT on T581 SYJ expired on 25 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T581 SYJ done?
T581 SYJ was recorded at 155,797 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2023, an average of 4,190 miles a year.
Has T581 SYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 SYJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T581 SYJ 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 SYJ find?
T581 SYJ failed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2023 with 8 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases several places; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (end of sill area), and 8 more.

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