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Toyota Avensis

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

V53 GEXMOT history

V53 GEX is a silver petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 26 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 258,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
258,519 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 GEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V53 GEX was last recorded at 258,519 miles on 9 Oct 2023, 16,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,970 miles · 2 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
16,549 miles
Average per year
9,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 258,519 miles
  • 2022 – 241,970 miles
  • 2021 – 230,950 miles
  • 2020 – 217,924 miles
  • 2019 – 206,471 miles
  • 2018 – 194,806 miles
  • 2017 – 182,135 miles
  • 2016 – 172,074 miles
  • 2015 – 157,196 miles
  • 2014 – 140,880 miles
  • 2013 – 126,917 miles
  • 2012 – 122,936 miles
  • 2011 – 119,460 miles
  • 2010 – 114,368 miles
  • 2009 – 109,247 miles
  • 2008 – 105,518 miles
  • 2007 – 102,284 miles
  • 2006 – 98,654 miles
  • 2005 – 94,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail258,519 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (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.

  • Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail258,519 miles (+16,549)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,519 miles
    Test number
    815261352012
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass241,970 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    241,970 miles
    Test number
    905693081892
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail241,967 miles (+11,017)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,967 miles
    Test number
    950379946978
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass230,950 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    230,950 miles
    Test number
    239796139692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail230,944 miles (+13,020)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,944 miles
    Test number
    586057309551
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass217,924 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    217,924 miles
    Test number
    224996374783
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail217,919 miles (+11,448)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,919 miles
    Test number
    407096188593
    • DangerousCentral Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass206,471 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    206,471 miles
    Test number
    679501469450
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail206,469 miles (+11,663)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,469 miles
    Test number
    280667123144
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass194,806 miles (+12,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    194,806 miles
    Test number
    205516213230
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass182,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    182,135 miles
    Test number
    166273585939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail182,135 miles (+1,175)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,135 miles
    Test number
    779564254553
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  13. Fail180,960 miles (+8,886)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,960 miles
    Test number
    657169511001
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle Pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play Drumstick (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass172,074 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    172,074 miles
    Test number
    803104757908
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail172,074 miles (+14,878)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,074 miles
    Test number
    504356965577
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass157,196 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    157,196 miles
    Test number
    339648860180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail157,192 miles (+16,312)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,192 miles
    Test number
    486342735974
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass140,880 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    140,880 miles
    Test number
    115908284257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on the edges,n/s/f has sidewall damage
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail140,880 miles (+13,963)2 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,880 miles
    Test number
    427528484255
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on the edges,n/s/f has sidewall damage
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass126,917 miles (+3,981)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    126,917 miles
    Test number
    777062093227
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass122,936 miles (+3,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    122,936 miles
    Test number
    918460392291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass119,460 miles (+5,092)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    119,460 miles
    Test number
    357408591413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass114,368 miles (+5,121)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    114,368 miles
    Test number
    331112690497
    • NoteBoth front tyres on limit

  24. Pass109,247 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    109,247 miles
    Test number
    542568489263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass105,518 miles (+3,234)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    105,518 miles
    Test number
    600360088252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass102,284 miles (+3,630)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    102,284 miles
    Test number
    120845087243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass98,654 miles (+4,637)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    98,654 miles
    Test number
    540548296245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass94,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    94,017 miles
    Test number
    990458375215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V53 GEX

Does V53 GEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V53 GEX expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V53 GEX?
The MOT on V53 GEX expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V53 GEX done?
V53 GEX was recorded at 258,519 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2023, an average of 9,134 miles a year.
Has V53 GEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 GEX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V53 GEX 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 V53 GEX find?
V53 GEX failed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2023 with 6 major defects: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 3 more.

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