No, S448 BMA is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for S448 BMA?

The MOT for S448 BMA is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 December 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of S448 BMA?

The recorded mileage for S448 BMA is 25,500 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S448 BMA ULEZ compliant?

No, S448 BMA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 Toyota Avensis 1.8L Petrol · S448 BMA

S448 BMA

1998 Toyota Avensis (1.8L, petrol). First registered 11/09/1998. Recorded mileage 25,500 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: TOYOTA AVENSIS
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 19/12/2025
Road Tax: Untaxed (06/12/2024)
Recorded Mileage: 25,500 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 19/12/2025

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 06/12/2024

Mileage: 25,500 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 1762cc

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S448 BMA Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/12/2024
25,500 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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S448 BMA Mileage History

09/08/202325,288 mi
06/09/202325,289 mi+1 mi
03/09/202425,437 mi+148 mi
19/12/202425,495 mi+58 mi
20/12/202425,500 mi+5 mi

Average of roughly 155 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

S448 BMA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 14:15

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Toyota Avensis (S448 BMA) between August 2023 and December 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 20 December 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.

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