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Toyota Yaris

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 998 cc

Y229 GCLMOT history

Y229 GCL is a silver petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 205,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

Y229 GCL silver Toyota Yaris – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Yaris, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
205,042 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 GCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 GCL was last recorded at 205,042 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 2,312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,730 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,312 miles
Average per year
6,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,042 miles
  • 2025 – 202,730 miles
  • 2024 – 200,986 miles
  • 2023 – 197,414 miles
  • 2022 – 194,634 miles
  • 2021 – 193,099 miles
  • 2019 – 184,539 miles
  • 2018 – 181,067 miles
  • 2017 – 173,682 miles
  • 2016 – 166,645 miles
  • 2015 – 162,284 miles
  • 2014 – 159,750 miles
  • 2013 – 156,029 miles
  • 2012 – 150,809 miles
  • 2011 – 144,544 miles
  • 2010 – 133,515 miles
  • 2009 – 120,650 miles
  • 2008 – 107,087 miles
  • 2007 – 93,648 miles
  • 2006 – 81,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,042 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S + O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S + O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) N/S + O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,042 miles (+2,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    205,042 miles
    Test number
    170647830477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S + O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass202,730 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    202,730 miles
    Test number
    606688783581
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Coil Spring Mounting Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail202,730 miles (+1,744)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,730 miles
    Test number
    499243829309
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Coil Spring Mounting Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass200,986 miles (+3,572)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    200,986 miles
    Test number
    656621084965
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S + O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Coil Spring Mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass197,414 miles (+2,780)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    197,414 miles
    Test number
    265816503884
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S + O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Number Plate Cracked
    • AdvisoryFuel Tank Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) N/S + O/S
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S + O/S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass194,634 miles (+1,535)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    194,634 miles
    Test number
    512846423364
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread DAMAGE (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH SIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass193,099 miles (+8,560)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    193,099 miles
    Test number
    132608782366
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) N/S + O/S

  8. Pass184,539 miles (+3,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    184,539 miles
    Test number
    896007497057
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass181,067 miles (+7,385)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    181,067 miles
    Test number
    220327206804
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S + O/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S + O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass173,682 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    173,682 miles
    Test number
    287446283857
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail173,666 miles (+7,021)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,666 miles
    Test number
    406134936750
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass166,645 miles (+4,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    166,645 miles
    Test number
    531212692342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass162,284 miles (+2,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    162,284 miles
    Test number
    309198985130
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass159,750 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    159,750 miles
    Test number
    408387794163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses crazzed and slightly dull
    • NoteEngine warning light on dash

  15. Fail159,750 miles (+3,721)9 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,750 miles
    Test number
    447137894175
    • 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 (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses crazzed and slightly dull
    • NoteEngine warning light on dash

  16. Pass156,029 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    156,029 miles
    Test number
    455740803231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine sump very rusty and covered in oil
    • NoteFuel tank filler pipes rusty
    • NoteRear offside tyre low preasure and 3 mm tread

  17. Fail156,029 miles (+5,220)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,029 miles
    Test number
    385019893189
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine light on dash misfire number 1 cylinder
    • NoteEngine sump very rusty and covered in oil
    • NoteFuel tank filler pipes rusty
    • NoteRear offside tyre low preasure and 3 mm tread

  18. Pass150,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    150,809 miles
    Test number
    358624692175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail150,807 miles (+6,263)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,807 miles
    Test number
    279224892171
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass144,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    144,544 miles
    Test number
    186438161105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail144,544 miles (+11,029)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,544 miles
    Test number
    767588161188
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteHi-level stop lamp not working

  22. Pass133,515 miles (+12,865)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    133,515 miles
    Test number
    421124520168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass120,650 miles (+13,563)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    120,650 miles
    Test number
    882703349158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass107,087 miles (+13,439)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    107,087 miles
    Test number
    834527258143
    • NoteNail in n/s rear tyre

  25. Pass93,648 miles (+11,855)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    93,648 miles
    Test number
    640387157131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass81,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    81,793 miles
    Test number
    402427856134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 GCL

Does Y229 GCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 GCL is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 GCL?
The MOT on Y229 GCL is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 GCL done?
Y229 GCL was recorded at 205,042 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 6,272 miles a year.
Has Y229 GCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 GCL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y229 GCL 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 Y229 GCL find?
Y229 GCL passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s + o/s; items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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