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Toyota Avensis

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,794 cc

Y298 FALMOT history

Y298 FAL is a blue petrol Toyota Avensis first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
98,821 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 FAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Avensis
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 FAL was last recorded at 98,821 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,830 miles · 17 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
991 miles
Average per year
2,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,821 miles
  • 2021 – 97,830 miles
  • 2020 – 97,189 miles
  • 2019 – 95,176 miles
  • 2018 – 92,855 miles
  • 2017 – 91,819 miles
  • 2016 – 90,605 miles
  • 2015 – 89,050 miles
  • 2014 – 86,942 miles
  • 2013 – 84,397 miles
  • 2012 – 81,473 miles
  • 2011 – 78,006 miles
  • 2010 – 74,535 miles
  • 2009 – 73,243 miles
  • 2008 – 70,929 miles
  • 2007 – 64,938 miles
  • 2006 – 55,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,821 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,821 miles
    Test number
    756190571940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail98,820 miles (+990)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    742197725464
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass97,830 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    97,830 miles
    Test number
    515752325623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail97,829 miles (+640)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,829 miles
    Test number
    254815638291
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass97,189 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,189 miles
    Test number
    931404279634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail97,184 miles (+2,008)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,184 miles
    Test number
    970630816677
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass95,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,176 miles
    Test number
    890661063902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,170 miles (+2,315)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    214090089092
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,855 miles (+1,036)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    92,855 miles
    Test number
    751614857572
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass91,819 miles (+1,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,819 miles
    Test number
    911660247554
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on edges

  11. Pass90,605 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    90,605 miles
    Test number
    190941888688
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail90,601 miles (+1,551)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,601 miles
    Test number
    492125724370
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass89,050 miles (+2,108)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    89,050 miles
    Test number
    627649685054
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass86,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    86,942 miles
    Test number
    137511994048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,937 miles (+2,540)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,937 miles
    Test number
    539561694084
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass84,397 miles (+2,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    84,397 miles
    Test number
    699288673000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass81,473 miles (+3,467)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,473 miles
    Test number
    558823672011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,006 miles (+3,471)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    335253271003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    74,535 miles
    Test number
    110881280407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail74,535 miles (+1,292)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,535 miles
    Test number
    740051080056
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass73,243 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    73,243 miles
    Test number
    150943889410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,929 miles (+5,991)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    70,929 miles
    Test number
    763809478028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,938 miles (+9,045)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,938 miles
    Test number
    340512787090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    55,893 miles
    Test number
    584752686001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y298 FAL

Does Y298 FAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 FAL expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 FAL?
The MOT on Y298 FAL expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 FAL done?
Y298 FAL was recorded at 98,821 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 2,537 miles a year.
Has Y298 FAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 FAL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y298 FAL 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 Y298 FAL find?
Y298 FAL passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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