Archived DVLA Record

2003 Toyota Previa 2.0L Diesel · RL52 TCU

RL52 TCU

2003 Toyota Previa (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/01/2003. Recorded mileage 199,433 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
TOYOTA PREVIA
Year / Origin
2003 · Reading
MOT Status
Valid until 04/11/2022
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
199,433 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 04/11/2022
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2003
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data, though the record is outdated. The most recent test on 30 October 2021 at 199,433 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This followed a curious failure just seven days prior at 199,414 miles which also showed no recorded defects, likely indicating an administrative error or a minor presentation issue that was rectified before retesting. Since 2018, the vehicle has maintained a clean record without advisory notices, suggesting a period of mechanical and structural integrity. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 23-year-old MPV, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per annum. Between September 2018 and November 2020, the vehicle covered mileage in steady intervals of roughly 2,500 to 3,000 miles annually. This suggests regular, light use rather than long periods of stagnation which can cause component perish. However, there is a significant gap in data as the last recorded MOT occurred nearly five years ago. Given that the current date is June 2026, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unknown and the certificate is likely long expired, necessitating immediate testing. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody, as the record provides no data on past corrosion or rust development. At this age and mileage, structural integrity on the sills and rear mounting points is a primary concern. Inspect the suspension components for perished rubber bushes and leaking shock absorbers, as the clean MOT history may simply mask gradual mechanical wear. Because the vehicle lacks recent entries, a detailed check of the brake lines, caliper condition, and exhaust leaks is essential to ensure no significant degradation has occurred since the last recorded test.

RL52 TCU Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2021
  • 199,433 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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RL52 TCU Mileage History

  1. 23/10/2021199,414 mi
  2. 30/10/2021199,433 mi+19 mi

Average of roughly 973 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

RL52 TCU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Toyota Previa (RL52 TCU) between October 2021 and October 2021.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 October 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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