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LV51 RVU

2001 Toyota Previa

Grey Petrol 2362cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,245 mi
Last recorded74,245 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Toyota Previa107,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 RVU
MakeToyota
ModelPrevia
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,362cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 74,245 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 70,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer flange (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 65,605 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 61,541 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 56,070 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 52,345 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 50,910 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS/OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 49,541 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 47,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 45,900 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 43,612 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 43,599 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 41,560 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 38,428 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 35,842 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 33,820 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 31,028 miles

Front Tyres Worn Low (2mm)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 29,283 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 26,100 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 26,100 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 22,290 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 19,491 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 17,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 17,477 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Previa?

Based on 509,000 MOT tests across 39,906 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
6,517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
39,906
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,856
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,987
Stop lamp not working 19,738
position lamp(s) not working 18,199
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,696
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LV51 RVU is a 2001 Toyota Previa in Grey with a 2,362cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Previa models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 107,893 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Previa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,856 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV51 RVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Previa typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Toyota Previa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LV51 RVU?

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What year was LV51 RVU registered?

LV51 RVU is a 2001 Toyota Previa, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is LV51 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 RVU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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