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Toyota Avensis Gs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Toyota Avensis Gs reliable? We analysed 339 real MOT tests across 154 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 339 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
69.3%
Typical Mileage
137,872mi
Annual Mileage
4,511mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Toyota Avensis Gs is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Avensis Gs.

Toyota Avensis Gs Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Toyota Avensis Gs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Toyota Avensis Gs Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Toyota Avensis Gs fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect WON'T ADJUST 1
Headlamp aim too high 1

Toyota Avensis Gs Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Avensis Gs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1

Toyota Avensis Gs Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Toyota Avensis Gs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,266 mi/yr
Typical
4,511 mi/yr
Average
5,527 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,402 mi/yr

Toyota Avensis Gs Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Avensis Gs MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
137,872 mi
75th Percentile
174,472 mi
95th Percentile
264,850 mi
Max Recorded
355,384 mi

How Does the Toyota Avensis Gs Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Toyota Avensis Gs THIS CAR 69.3% 339 137,872 mi — yrs
Toyota Yaris 77.7% 9,038,234 54,896 mi 27 yrs
Toyota Corolla 75.4% 4,239,724 75,409 mi 36 yrs
Toyota Avensis 75% 3,497,866 89,776 mi 28 yrs
Mercedes-benz C 220 SE Executive Edition D A 91.1% 382 62,229 mi — yrs

Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Avensis Gs trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Toyota Avensis Gs?

The Toyota Avensis Gs has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.3% across 339 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common failure point is headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect won't adjust with 1 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Toyota Avensis Gs with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Toyota Avensis Gs owner drives around 4,511 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Toyota Avensis Gs — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Toyota Avensis Gs reliable?
Based on 339 MOT tests, the Toyota Avensis Gs has a 69.3% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Toyota Avensis Gs?
The most common failure point is headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect won't adjust.
How many miles does a Toyota Avensis Gs do per year?
The typical Toyota Avensis Gs does around 4,511 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Toyota Avensis Gs last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Toyota Avensis Gs?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.