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Toyota RAV-4

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T78 TDAMOT history

T78 TDA is a blue petrol Toyota RAV-4 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 120,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
120,036 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 TDA
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T78 TDA was last recorded at 120,036 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 683 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,353 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
683 miles
Average per year
3,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,036 miles
  • 2025 – 119,353 miles
  • 2024 – 115,961 miles
  • 2023 – 115,848 miles
  • 2022 – 115,461 miles
  • 2021 – 115,177 miles
  • 2020 – 114,960 miles
  • 2019 – 114,320 miles
  • 2018 – 110,210 miles
  • 2017 – 108,208 miles
  • 2016 – 104,887 miles
  • 2015 – 100,568 miles
  • 2014 – 93,526 miles
  • 2013 – 86,430 miles
  • 2012 – 85,651 miles
  • 2011 – 82,353 miles
  • 2010 – 78,063 miles
  • 2009 – 73,155 miles
  • 2008 – 64,872 miles
  • 2007 – 58,752 miles
  • 2006 – 51,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,036 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,036 miles (+683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    120,036 miles
    Test number
    666972598297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass119,353 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,353 miles
    Test number
    895584702501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail119,315 miles (+3,354)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,315 miles
    Test number
    755115268396
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch area, adjacent to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion under rear panel/bumper

  4. Pass115,961 miles (+113)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,961 miles
    Test number
    890829608147
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side heavily sprayed with underseal

  5. Pass115,848 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,848 miles
    Test number
    977685867861
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension componets corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  6. Fail115,840 miles (+379)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,840 miles
    Test number
    865147662302
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension componets corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  7. Pass115,461 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,461 miles
    Test number
    246570870973
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components are slightly coroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are slightly coroded

  8. Fail115,461 miles (+284)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,461 miles
    Test number
    724459244500
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components are slightly corrded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are slightly corrded

  9. Pass115,177 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,177 miles
    Test number
    556130833952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail115,176 miles (+216)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,176 miles
    Test number
    385852686818
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass114,960 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,960 miles
    Test number
    745470117637
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underbody

  12. Fail114,960 miles (+640)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,960 miles
    Test number
    291725187826
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underbody

  13. Pass114,320 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    114,320 miles
    Test number
    838737684510
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  14. Fail114,320 miles (+4,110)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,320 miles
    Test number
    627234142191
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  15. Pass110,210 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    110,210 miles
    Test number
    628307042358
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail110,210 miles (+2,002)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,210 miles
    Test number
    837611905783
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass108,208 miles (+3,321)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    108,208 miles
    Test number
    435223776872
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass104,887 miles (+4,319)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    104,887 miles
    Test number
    265031490116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside

  19. Pass100,568 miles (+7,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    100,568 miles
    Test number
    909949325095
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass93,526 miles (+7,096)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,526 miles
    Test number
    968037114070
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass86,430 miles (+29)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    86,430 miles
    Test number
    497713323081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront exhaust mount deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edges

  22. Fail86,401 miles (+750)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,401 miles
    Test number
    755427013022
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront exhaust mount deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edges

  23. Pass85,651 miles (+3,298)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,651 miles
    Test number
    569607252222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  24. Pass82,353 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    82,353 miles
    Test number
    105707751278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc worn
    • NoteOffside front brake disc worn

  25. Fail82,353 miles (+4,290)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,353 miles
    Test number
    558497151207
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc worn
    • NoteOffside front brake disc worn

  26. Pass78,063 miles (+4,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,063 miles
    Test number
    103869240258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass73,155 miles (+8,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    73,155 miles
    Test number
    783963659297
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass64,872 miles (+6,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,872 miles
    Test number
    671466968241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Pass58,752 miles (+7,153)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,752 miles
    Test number
    553117667298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass51,599 miles (+1,605)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    51,599 miles
    Test number
    591282176201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass49,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,994 miles
    Test number
    922201136176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T78 TDA

Does T78 TDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T78 TDA is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T78 TDA?
The MOT on T78 TDA is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T78 TDA done?
T78 TDA was recorded at 120,036 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,521 miles a year.
Has T78 TDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 TDA has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T78 TDA 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 T78 TDA find?
T78 TDA passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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