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Toyota Hilux

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,446 cc

T961 AVJMOT history

T961 AVJ is a white diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 159,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2024
Mileage
159,162 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T961 AVJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T961 AVJ was last recorded at 159,162 miles on 22 Feb 2023, 4,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,829 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4,333 miles
Average per year
4,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 159,162 miles
  • 2022 – 154,829 miles
  • 2021 – 150,384 miles
  • 2020 – 145,199 miles
  • 2016 – 144,653 miles
  • 2015 – 142,010 miles
  • 2014 – 138,735 miles
  • 2013 – 132,224 miles
  • 2012 – 124,400 miles
  • 2011 – 119,529 miles
  • 2010 – 115,700 miles
  • 2008 – 108,796 miles
  • 2007 – 100,754 miles
  • 2006 – 93,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,162 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside fuel tank guard corroded
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missingRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on the silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,162 miles (+4,333)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    159,162 miles
    Test number
    294823090797
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside fuel tank guard corroded
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing

  2. Pass154,829 miles (+48)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    154,829 miles
    Test number
    209556994188
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on the silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing

  3. Fail154,781 miles (+4,397)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,781 miles
    Test number
    427749687299
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on the silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing

  4. Pass150,384 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    150,384 miles
    Test number
    825335555577
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing

  5. Fail150,384 miles (+5,185)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,384 miles
    Test number
    422924902804
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded rear braces corroded with visible holes (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing

  6. Pass145,199 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    145,199 miles
    Test number
    681106610300
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail145,199 miles (+546)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,199 miles
    Test number
    381541977494
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass144,653 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    144,653 miles
    Test number
    421350508914
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail144,640 miles (+2,630)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,640 miles
    Test number
    643503430653
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage corner panel (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass142,010 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    142,010 miles
    Test number
    497095535155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail138,735 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,735 miles
    Test number
    278588024178
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  12. Pass138,735 miles (+6,511)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    138,735 miles
    Test number
    598868524191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass132,224 miles (+7,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    132,224 miles
    Test number
    186149523151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass124,400 miles (+4,871)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    124,400 miles
    Test number
    155294512109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti-slip provision missing

  15. Pass119,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    119,529 miles
    Test number
    176572401179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail119,529 miles (+3,829)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,529 miles
    Test number
    537832701105
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Fail115,700 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,700 miles
    Test number
    404546770034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  18. Pass115,700 miles (+6,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    115,700 miles
    Test number
    814316970010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  19. Fail108,796 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,796 miles
    Test number
    112404338277
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

  20. Pass108,796 miles (+8,042)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    108,796 miles
    Test number
    314134438485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

  21. Pass100,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    100,754 miles
    Test number
    912874217294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,754 miles (+7,723)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,754 miles
    Test number
    990724617250
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  23. Pass93,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    93,031 miles
    Test number
    160848626283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail93,031 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,031 miles
    Test number
    752068126289
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about T961 AVJ

Does T961 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T961 AVJ expired on 1 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T961 AVJ?
The MOT on T961 AVJ expired on 1 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T961 AVJ done?
T961 AVJ was recorded at 159,162 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2023, an average of 4,003 miles a year.
Has T961 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T961 AVJ has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T961 AVJ 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 T961 AVJ find?
T961 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2023 with 3 minor defects and 10 advisories: front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 10 more.

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