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Daihatsu Sirion

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 989 cc

T970 RDLMOT history

T970 RDL is a gold petrol Daihatsu Sirion first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 63,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Dec 2024
Mileage
63,175 mi
At MOT on 27 Dec 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T970 RDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daihatsu
Model
Sirion
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Dec 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T970 RDL was last recorded at 63,175 miles on 27 Dec 2024, 1,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,735 miles · 27 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,440 miles
Average per year
2,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 63,175 miles
  • 2023 – 61,735 miles
  • 2022 – 60,381 miles
  • 2021 – 58,961 miles
  • 2020 – 57,568 miles
  • 2019 – 56,410 miles
  • 2018 – 54,347 miles
  • 2017 – 52,103 miles
  • 2016 – 49,852 miles
  • 2015 – 46,460 miles
  • 2014 – 43,727 miles
  • 2013 – 40,945 miles
  • 2012 – 38,126 miles
  • 2011 – 35,254 miles
  • 2010 – 32,473 miles
  • 2009 – 29,690 miles
  • 2008 – 26,992 miles
  • 2007 – 24,608 miles
  • 2006 – 23,053 miles
  • 2005 – 21,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail63,175 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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 (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Oil leak gearbox

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail63,175 miles (+1,440)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,175 miles
    Test number
    404024762018
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass61,735 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    61,735 miles
    Test number
    638526731546
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail61,735 miles (+1,354)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,735 miles
    Test number
    844560324576
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass60,381 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    476826711505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail60,381 miles (+1,420)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    362626391312
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass58,961 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,961 miles
    Test number
    997351116428
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust and fuel pipes corroded

  7. Fail58,961 miles (+1,393)3 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,961 miles
    Test number
    464743573670
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust and fuel pipes corroded

  8. Pass57,568 miles (+1,158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,568 miles
    Test number
    170090850958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass56,410 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,410 miles
    Test number
    702977706276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail56,408 miles (+2,061)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,408 miles
    Test number
    173037314122
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass54,347 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    54,347 miles
    Test number
    952504181487
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail54,309 miles (+2,206)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,309 miles
    Test number
    572774505721
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass52,103 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,103 miles
    Test number
    747068509141
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  14. Fail52,103 miles (+2,251)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,103 miles
    Test number
    418431228274
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  15. Pass49,852 miles (+3,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    49,852 miles
    Test number
    210906001810
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  16. Pass46,460 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,460 miles
    Test number
    800710860954
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit down to 1.8 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail46,430 miles (+2,703)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,430 miles
    Test number
    916146281699
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit down to 1.8 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass43,727 miles (+2,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,727 miles
    Test number
    579988934365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,945 miles
    Test number
    489160943350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail40,942 miles (+2,816)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,942 miles
    Test number
    945930543316
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass38,126 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,126 miles
    Test number
    868598332321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail38,081 miles (+2,827)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,081 miles
    Test number
    778572932301
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass35,254 miles (+36)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    35,254 miles
    Test number
    655655921334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread low and perished
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front suspension top mount

  24. Fail35,218 miles (+2,745)3 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,218 miles
    Test number
    886241421338
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread low and perished
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front suspension top mount

  25. Pass32,473 miles (+2,783)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    32,473 miles
    Test number
    661843930305
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  26. Pass29,690 miles (+2,698)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,690 miles
    Test number
    983191939323
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated.

  27. Fail26,992 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,992 miles
    Test number
    364473448304
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  28. Pass26,992 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,992 miles
    Test number
    452353248367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,608 miles (+1,555)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,608 miles
    Test number
    582948337399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,053 miles (+1,918)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,053 miles
    Test number
    633460346313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass21,135 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    21,135 miles
    Test number
    484302445499
    • NoteSidewalls on both rear tyres are starting to split

Questions about T970 RDL

Does T970 RDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T970 RDL expired on 29 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T970 RDL?
The MOT on T970 RDL expired on 29 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T970 RDL done?
T970 RDL was recorded at 63,175 miles at its MOT on 27 Dec 2024, an average of 2,207 miles a year.
Has T970 RDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T970 RDL has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T970 RDL 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 T970 RDL find?
T970 RDL failed its latest MOT on 27 Dec 2024 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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