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Toyota Yaris

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 998 cc

Y279 RARMOT history

Y279 RAR is a gold petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 99,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

Y279 RAR gold Toyota Yaris – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Yaris, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,583 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 RAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 RAR was last recorded at 99,583 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 1,404 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,179 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,404 miles
Average per year
3,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,583 miles
  • 2025 – 98,179 miles
  • 2024 – 96,973 miles
  • 2023 – 95,260 miles
  • 2022 – 93,639 miles
  • 2021 – 92,267 miles
  • 2020 – 91,509 miles
  • 2019 – 89,859 miles
  • 2018 – 87,873 miles
  • 2017 – 85,372 miles
  • 2016 – 82,252 miles
  • 2015 – 78,131 miles
  • 2014 – 74,196 miles
  • 2013 – 70,367 miles
  • 2012 – 67,185 miles
  • 2011 – 62,667 miles
  • 2010 – 55,625 miles
  • 2009 – 48,659 miles
  • 2008 – 42,161 miles
  • 2007 – 35,833 miles
  • 2006 – 28,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,583 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe front bush perished / cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe front bush perished / cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,583 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,583 miles
    Test number
    609871797116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe front bush perished / cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe front bush perished / cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,581 miles (+1,402)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,581 miles
    Test number
    782977599302
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe front bush perished / cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe front bush perished / cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,179 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    98,179 miles
    Test number
    570050573169
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail98,170 miles (+1,197)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,170 miles
    Test number
    540851236976
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Rear box pipe split (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Faded lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Faded lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,973 miles (+1,713)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    96,973 miles
    Test number
    265677010842
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Faded lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Faded lens (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass95,260 miles (+1,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,260 miles
    Test number
    969007350696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass93,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    93,639 miles
    Test number
    201236874740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,639 miles (+1,372)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,639 miles
    Test number
    517321888173
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass92,267 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,267 miles
    Test number
    355617397248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail92,267 miles (+758)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,267 miles
    Test number
    964215126880
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass91,509 miles (+1,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    91,509 miles
    Test number
    486807153628
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass89,859 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,859 miles
    Test number
    398644309765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,873 miles (+2,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,873 miles
    Test number
    396440211886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass85,372 miles (+3,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,372 miles
    Test number
    976115045718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass82,252 miles (+4,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    790650334739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass78,131 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,131 miles
    Test number
    398435075088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,196 miles
    Test number
    166928474027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,196 miles (+3,829)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,196 miles
    Test number
    105168074097
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass70,367 miles (+3,182)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,367 miles
    Test number
    908899373082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,185 miles (+4,518)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    67,185 miles
    Test number
    297179572090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,667 miles (+7,042)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,667 miles
    Test number
    845154271076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,625 miles (+6,966)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,625 miles
    Test number
    151647350055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,659 miles (+6,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,659 miles
    Test number
    464852589027
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass42,161 miles (+6,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,161 miles
    Test number
    142970188046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass35,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,833 miles
    Test number
    172125187006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,833 miles (+7,154)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,833 miles
    Test number
    541205287057
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass28,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,679 miles
    Test number
    732611286097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y279 RAR

Does Y279 RAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 RAR is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y279 RAR?
The MOT on Y279 RAR is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 RAR done?
Y279 RAR was recorded at 99,583 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,551 miles a year.
Has Y279 RAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 RAR has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y279 RAR 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 Y279 RAR find?
Y279 RAR passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe front bush perished / cracked; offside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe front bush perished / cracked.

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