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Toyota Yaris

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 998 cc

Y231 KAVMOT history

Y231 KAV is a red petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 116,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

Y231 KAV red Toyota Yaris – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Yaris, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,781 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 KAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 KAV was last recorded at 116,781 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,746 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
4,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,781 miles
  • 2025 – 115,332 miles
  • 2024 – 111,182 miles
  • 2023 – 104,058 miles
  • 2022 – 100,437 miles
  • 2021 – 92,488 miles
  • 2020 – 89,936 miles
  • 2019 – 87,338 miles
  • 2018 – 84,080 miles
  • 2017 – 81,307 miles
  • 2016 – 77,744 miles
  • 2015 – 74,618 miles
  • 2014 – 71,071 miles
  • 2013 – 68,867 miles
  • 2012 – 65,732 miles
  • 2011 – 62,193 miles
  • 2010 – 58,690 miles
  • 2009 – 51,930 miles
  • 2008 – 47,744 miles
  • 2007 – 42,584 miles
  • 2006 – 34,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,781 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to affect beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to affect beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil VERY STRONG ADVISE also lower bush deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil VERY STRONG ADVISE also lower bush deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated parking brake lever has alot of travel (1.1.6 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,781 miles (+35)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,781 miles
    Test number
    936068365934
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to affect beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to affect beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil VERY STRONG ADVISE also lower bush deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil VERY STRONG ADVISE also lower bush deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated parking brake lever has alot of travel (1.1.6 (d))
  2. Fail116,746 miles (+1,414)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,746 miles
    Test number
    554723598417
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective showing no beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated also slight play detected (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective showing no beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver wheel fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil VERY STRONG ADVISE also lower bush deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil VERY STRONG ADVISE also lower bush deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated parking brake lever has alot of travel (1.1.6 (d))
  3. Pass115,332 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    115,332 miles
    Test number
    810552841402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail115,322 miles (+4,140)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,322 miles
    Test number
    660115901139
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass111,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    111,182 miles
    Test number
    591182419851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail111,182 miles (+7,124)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,182 miles
    Test number
    267566343419
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass104,058 miles (+3,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,058 miles
    Test number
    263921366525
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under vehicle suspension components
  8. Pass100,437 miles (+7,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    100,437 miles
    Test number
    986383742105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass92,488 miles (+2,552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,488 miles
    Test number
    756284494267
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side's (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass89,936 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    89,936 miles
    Test number
    205099217579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,338 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    87,338 miles
    Test number
    186471149274
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  12. Fail87,338 miles (+3,258)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,338 miles
    Test number
    519469727257
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  13. Pass84,080 miles (+2,773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,080 miles
    Test number
    512312292113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  14. Pass81,307 miles (+3,563)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    81,307 miles
    Test number
    649767629778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear washer inop
  15. Pass77,744 miles (+3,126)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    337927344761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,618 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,618 miles
    Test number
    705692045112
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  17. Pass74,618 miles (+3,547)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,618 miles
    Test number
    785572845180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,071 miles (+2,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,071 miles
    Test number
    196074434103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  19. Pass68,867 miles (+3,135)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,867 miles
    Test number
    797224953189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,732 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,732 miles
    Test number
    218459352487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,193 miles (+3,503)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    62,193 miles
    Test number
    668782851186
    • 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 rear tyres perished and cracked on outer side walls
  22. Pass58,690 miles (+6,760)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,690 miles
    Test number
    820810040197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCracks in both rear tyre walls
  23. Pass51,930 miles (+4,186)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,930 miles
    Test number
    924679839106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSmall cracks in rear tyre walls
  24. Pass47,744 miles (+5,160)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    47,744 miles
    Test number
    322918948145
    • NoteBoth rear tyre's cracked on the outer side wall's
  25. Pass42,584 miles (+8,188)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,584 miles
    Test number
    563814747117
    • NoteSMALL CRACKS IN BOTH REAR TYRE WALLS
  26. Pass34,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,396 miles
    Test number
    982466346152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 KAV

Does Y231 KAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y231 KAV is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y231 KAV?
The MOT on Y231 KAV is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y231 KAV done?
Y231 KAV was recorded at 116,781 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 4,184 miles a year.
Has Y231 KAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 KAV has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y231 KAV 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 Y231 KAV find?
Y231 KAV passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective starting to affect beam pattern; offside headlamp lens slightly defective starting to affect beam pattern; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush, and 7 more.

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