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Toyota Previa

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,362 cc

X797 GABMOT history

X797 GAB is a silver petrol Toyota Previa first used on 9 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 268,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
268,761 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 GAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Previa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,362 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 GAB was last recorded at 268,761 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 836 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jul 2009: 44,639 miles, lower than 48,656 miles on 17 Jul 2008.

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
267,925 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
836 miles
Average per year
11,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 268,761 miles
  • 2025 – 267,925 miles
  • 2024 – 267,245 miles
  • 2023 – 265,860 miles
  • 2022 – 252,870 miles
  • 2021 – 245,338 miles
  • 2020 – 236,670 miles
  • 2019 – 226,835 miles
  • 2018 – 212,262 miles
  • 2017 – 165,329 miles
  • 2016 – 144,645 miles
  • 2015 – 125,919 miles
  • 2014 – 109,262 miles
  • 2013 – 89,480 miles
  • 2012 – 73,104 miles
  • 2011 – 69,173 miles
  • 2010 – 62,214 miles
  • 2009 – 44,639 miles
  • 2008 – 48,656 miles
  • 2007 – 41,551 miles
  • 2006 – 35,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass268,761 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner rear sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass268,761 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    268,761 miles
    Test number
    946443022996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded

  2. Fail268,761 miles (+836)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,761 miles
    Test number
    782407036339
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded

  3. Pass267,925 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    267,925 miles
    Test number
    440453927747
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrsion on sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrion on sill
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail267,925 miles (+680)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,925 miles
    Test number
    887201420880
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corrsion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass267,245 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    267,245 miles
    Test number
    339157699026
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail267,245 miles (+1,385)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,245 miles
    Test number
    564940986096
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass265,860 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    265,860 miles
    Test number
    110147018027
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail265,860 miles (+12,990)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,860 miles
    Test number
    277048321211
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass252,870 miles (+7,532)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    252,870 miles
    Test number
    869168738132
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass245,338 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    245,338 miles
    Test number
    537266394416
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail245,338 miles (+8,668)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,338 miles
    Test number
    345084303143
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass236,670 miles (+9,835)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    236,670 miles
    Test number
    173922386227
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre uneven wear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass226,835 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    226,835 miles
    Test number
    389607144945
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail226,834 miles (+14,572)4 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,834 miles
    Test number
    252075111578
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  15. Pass212,262 miles (+46,933)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    212,262 miles
    Test number
    978375547890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  16. Pass165,329 miles (+20,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    165,329 miles
    Test number
    243827859934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass144,645 miles (+18,726)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    144,645 miles
    Test number
    519885300858
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers smearing the windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass125,919 miles (+16,657)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    125,919 miles
    Test number
    486577295191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,262 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,262 miles
    Test number
    845347394144
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail109,262 miles (+19,782)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,262 miles
    Test number
    759527294129
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass89,480 miles (+16,376)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,480 miles
    Test number
    609960193148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,104 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,104 miles
    Test number
    715267202248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,173 miles
    Test number
    385623511288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,173 miles (+6,959)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,173 miles
    Test number
    376883211423
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • NoteCentre stop lamp not working

  25. Pass62,214 miles (+17,575)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,214 miles
    Test number
    694834400220
    • NoteSpare tyre under-inflated, n/s/r wearing on edges

  26. Pass44,639 miles (-4,017)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,639 miles
    Test number
    454388799115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,656 miles (+7,105)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    48,656 miles
    Test number
    264049698415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,551 miles (+5,710)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,551 miles
    Test number
    690480107241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,841 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,841 miles
    Test number
    302960406406
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass35,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,841 miles
    Test number
    772940706293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X797 GAB

Does X797 GAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X797 GAB is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X797 GAB?
The MOT on X797 GAB is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X797 GAB done?
X797 GAB was recorded at 268,761 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 11,597 miles a year.
Has X797 GAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 GAB has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X797 GAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X797 GAB find?
X797 GAB passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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