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Toyota Avensis

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,762 cc

V653 DDGMOT history

V653 DDG is a blue petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 128,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
128,963 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V653 DDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,762 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V653 DDG was last recorded at 128,963 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 1,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,739 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,224 miles
Average per year
2,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,963 miles
  • 2025 – 127,739 miles
  • 2024 – 126,783 miles
  • 2023 – 125,986 miles
  • 2022 – 125,041 miles
  • 2021 – 124,107 miles
  • 2020 – 123,280 miles
  • 2019 – 122,388 miles
  • 2018 – 120,767 miles
  • 2017 – 118,384 miles
  • 2016 – 115,583 miles
  • 2015 – 112,504 miles
  • 2014 – 108,915 miles
  • 2013 – 105,281 miles
  • 2012 – 102,255 miles
  • 2011 – 98,778 miles
  • 2010 – 93,981 miles
  • 2009 – 90,071 miles
  • 2008 – 85,541 miles
  • 2007 – 78,734 miles
  • 2006 – 73,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,963 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,963 miles (+1,224)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,963 miles
    Test number
    401270779340
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  2. Pass127,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    127,739 miles
    Test number
    117133100670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail127,738 miles (+955)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,738 miles
    Test number
    330513946310
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass126,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,783 miles
    Test number
    739368791047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,782 miles (+796)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,782 miles
    Test number
    970752053345
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass125,986 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,986 miles
    Test number
    311561361113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,985 miles (+944)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,985 miles
    Test number
    934901659327
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill & wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass125,041 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,041 miles
    Test number
    736885692428
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail125,040 miles (+933)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,040 miles
    Test number
    827054122900
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass124,107 miles (+827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,107 miles
    Test number
    728203725790
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass123,280 miles (+892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    123,280 miles
    Test number
    931960938341
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  12. Pass122,388 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,388 miles
    Test number
    568533709563
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front & rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

  13. Fail122,386 miles (+1,619)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,386 miles
    Test number
    842946716498
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both front n/s & o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front & rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

  14. Pass120,767 miles (+2,383)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,767 miles
    Test number
    104861027045
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass118,384 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    118,384 miles
    Test number
    766220772504
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail118,382 miles (+2,799)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,382 miles
    Test number
    781583256607
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass115,583 miles (+3,079)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    115,583 miles
    Test number
    530927020712
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play Inner rack end. (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play Rack end. (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass112,504 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    112,504 miles
    Test number
    596834265338
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

  19. Fail112,504 miles (+3,589)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,504 miles
    Test number
    178073407216
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

  20. Pass108,915 miles (+3,634)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    108,915 miles
    Test number
    949801964271
    • NoteN/s mirror damaged

  21. Pass105,281 miles (+3,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    105,281 miles
    Test number
    517921163294
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass102,255 miles (+3,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    102,255 miles
    Test number
    348954662403
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass98,778 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    98,778 miles
    Test number
    896697151273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass93,981 miles (+3,910)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    93,981 miles
    Test number
    121208350235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass90,071 miles (+4,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    90,071 miles
    Test number
    860929559292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass85,541 miles (+6,807)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    85,541 miles
    Test number
    722618868206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass78,734 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    701043867226
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail78,734 miles (+5,440)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    862813867232
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass73,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    73,294 miles
    Test number
    540989766271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V653 DDG

Does V653 DDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V653 DDG expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V653 DDG?
The MOT on V653 DDG expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V653 DDG done?
V653 DDG was recorded at 128,963 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 2,788 miles a year.
Has V653 DDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V653 DDG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V653 DDG 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 V653 DDG find?
V653 DDG failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view; offside rear service brake excessively binding, and 4 more.

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