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Toyota RAV4

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,998 cc

Y886 RKWMOT history

Y886 RKW is a black petrol Toyota RAV4 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 160,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

Y886 RKW black Toyota RAV4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota RAV4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
160,476 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y886 RKW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
RAV4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y886 RKW was last recorded at 160,476 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,473 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,476 miles
  • 2024 – 156,616 miles
  • 2023 – 146,320 miles
  • 2022 – 139,993 miles
  • 2021 – 132,537 miles
  • 2020 – 126,456 miles
  • 2019 – 118,534 miles
  • 2018 – 116,478 miles
  • 2017 – 113,718 miles
  • 2016 – 108,290 miles
  • 2015 – 104,804 miles
  • 2014 – 102,326 miles
  • 2013 – 101,479 miles
  • 2012 – 100,268 miles
  • 2011 – 97,694 miles
  • 2010 – 94,070 miles
  • 2009 – 89,665 miles
  • 2008 – 80,759 miles
  • 2007 – 75,201 miles
  • 2006 – 68,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,476 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front number plate cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside rear tyre outer edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,476 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    160,476 miles
    Test number
    989823482740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail160,473 miles (+3,857)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,473 miles
    Test number
    440057841694
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass156,616 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    156,616 miles
    Test number
    764776870545
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  4. Fail156,612 miles (+10,292)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,612 miles
    Test number
    674692449904
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *** strong advise *** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLarge oil leak

  5. Pass146,320 miles (+6,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    146,320 miles
    Test number
    391271559309
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  6. Pass139,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,993 miles
    Test number
    363732937911
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail139,993 miles (+7,456)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,993 miles
    Test number
    597467532497
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass132,537 miles (+6,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,537 miles
    Test number
    364468106282
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,456 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,456 miles
    Test number
    526814470427
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail126,451 miles (+7,917)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,451 miles
    Test number
    385388865572
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass118,534 miles (+2,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    118,534 miles
    Test number
    595802668803
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edge +offshape

  12. Pass116,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    116,478 miles
    Test number
    117918839630
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre inner edge worn

  13. Fail116,478 miles (+2,760)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,478 miles
    Test number
    327217333775
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre inner edge worn

  14. Pass113,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,718 miles
    Test number
    988755561442
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre outer edge worn

  15. Fail113,718 miles (+5,428)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,718 miles
    Test number
    519336911897
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre outer edge worn

  16. Pass108,290 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,290 miles
    Test number
    787649024065
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail108,286 miles (+3,482)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,286 miles
    Test number
    147585808215
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass104,804 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,804 miles
    Test number
    245628325122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,326 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,326 miles
    Test number
    935029834166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail102,326 miles (+847)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,326 miles
    Test number
    247399334499
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass101,479 miles (+3)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    101,479 miles
    Test number
    316876643408
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside front indicator lense damaged
    • NoteRear wiper rubber splitted

  22. Fail101,476 miles (+1,208)4 failures12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,476 miles
    Test number
    115775843250
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear wiper rubber splitted

  23. Pass100,268 miles (+2,574)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    100,268 miles
    Test number
    597798132247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass97,694 miles14 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    97,694 miles
    Test number
    488945241120
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  25. Fail97,694 miles (+3,624)2 repaired14 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,694 miles
    Test number
    895735341144
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  26. Pass94,070 miles (+4,405)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,070 miles
    Test number
    580866540187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass89,665 miles (+8,906)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,665 miles
    Test number
    240880099031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,759 miles (+5,558)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    80,759 miles
    Test number
    914893298063
    • NoteOIL LEAK, FLOOR TO SILLS, FRONT SUBFRAME CORRODED, SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F WEEL BEARING.

  29. Pass75,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,201 miles
    Test number
    364483697033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail75,201 miles (+6,858)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,201 miles
    Test number
    892133797094
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on

  31. Pass68,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    68,343 miles
    Test number
    561063296044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y886 RKW

Does Y886 RKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y886 RKW is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y886 RKW?
The MOT on Y886 RKW is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y886 RKW done?
Y886 RKW was recorded at 160,476 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 4,699 miles a year.
Has Y886 RKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y886 RKW has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y886 RKW 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 Y886 RKW find?
Y886 RKW passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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