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Toyota Yaris

Beige · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T81 TAVMOT history

T81 TAV is a beige petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2026
Mileage
137,307 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T81 TAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T81 TAV was last recorded at 137,307 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 4,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jul 2011: 30,709 miles, lower than 37,655 miles on 26 Jul 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
132,540 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,767 miles
Average per year
5,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,307 miles
  • 2025 – 132,540 miles
  • 2024 – 126,016 miles
  • 2023 – 116,122 miles
  • 2022 – 109,256 miles
  • 2021 – 102,323 miles
  • 2020 – 95,687 miles
  • 2019 – 77,290 miles
  • 2018 – 60,881 miles
  • 2017 – 52,337 miles
  • 2016 – 48,349 miles
  • 2014 – 44,915 miles
  • 2013 – 43,782 miles
  • 2012 – 41,514 miles
  • 2011 – 30,709 miles
  • 2010 – 37,655 miles
  • 2009 – 35,328 miles
  • 2008 – 32,788 miles
  • 2007 – 30,809 miles
  • 2006 – 26,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,307 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sil corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on inner & outer tread edges 175/65 R14 82T
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,307 miles (+4,767)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,307 miles
    Test number
    474779026480
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sil corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on inner & outer tread edges 175/65 R14 82T
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,540 miles (+6,524)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    132,540 miles
    Test number
    177701165229
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front anti roll bar end link bushes spliting / perished
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside head light misty

  3. Pass126,016 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    126,016 miles
    Test number
    594982704730
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,016 miles (+9,894)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,016 miles
    Test number
    304788582933
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lense misty (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass116,122 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,122 miles
    Test number
    726176069271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cuts in outer side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front anti roll bar end links bushes perished

  6. Fail116,122 miles (+6,866)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,122 miles
    Test number
    305123519728
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam patten lense misty (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lense misty (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cuts in outer side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front anti roll bar end links bushes perished

  7. Pass109,256 miles (+6,933)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,256 miles
    Test number
    180789150355
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded

  8. Pass102,323 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,323 miles
    Test number
    513813663851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,687 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,687 miles
    Test number
    219163746416
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Fail95,687 miles (+18,397)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,687 miles
    Test number
    896859997615
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Pass77,290 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    77,290 miles
    Test number
    918954761862
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes both sides slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Fail77,290 miles (+16,409)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,290 miles
    Test number
    166672141958
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes both sides slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  13. Pass60,881 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,881 miles
    Test number
    542592735961
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in poor condition (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail in tread

  14. Fail60,881 miles (+8,544)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,881 miles
    Test number
    886674404931
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect head lights need cleaning (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in poor condition (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail in tread

  15. Pass52,337 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,337 miles
    Test number
    367301309329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,349 miles (+3,434)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,349 miles
    Test number
    115305334012
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass44,915 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,915 miles
    Test number
    958592514390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,782 miles (+2,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,782 miles
    Test number
    417859263265
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass41,514 miles (+10,805)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,514 miles
    Test number
    358470522462
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass30,709 miles (-6,946)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,709 miles
    Test number
    968716001260
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass37,655 miles (+2,327)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,655 miles
    Test number
    164307200205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,328 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,328 miles
    Test number
    504415809259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,788 miles (+1,979)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,788 miles
    Test number
    261625308254
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass30,809 miles (+4,420)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,809 miles
    Test number
    413145207258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,389 miles
    Test number
    774396306296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T81 TAV

Does T81 TAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T81 TAV expired on 19 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T81 TAV?
The MOT on T81 TAV expired on 19 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T81 TAV done?
T81 TAV was recorded at 137,307 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 5,697 miles a year.
Has T81 TAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T81 TAV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T81 TAV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jul 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T81 TAV find?
T81 TAV failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front coil spring fractured or broken; offside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 4 more.

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