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A16 ALX

2012 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

117,111 mi
Last recorded117,111 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Avensis82,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 ALX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 117,111 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 117,111 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge, approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 98,423 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 82,878 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 82,878 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb is insecure (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 3.5mm in the centre, bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 67,712 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 59,147 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 55,210 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 49,591 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2019 49,591 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 43,498 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 37,413 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 30,426 miles

CHILD SEATS FITTED.

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY FITTED.

Fail 8 Jul 2016 30,426 miles

CHILD SEATS FITTED.

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY FITTED.

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 23,380 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Toyota Avensis?

Based on 3,497,866 MOT tests across 274,257 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
7,477
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
274,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 106,316
position lamp(s) not working 82,254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59,558
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49,676
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,472
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A16 ALX is a 2012 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 82,470 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Avensis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 106,316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 ALX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Avensis typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A16 ALX registered?

A16 ALX is a 2012 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is A16 ALX safe to buy?

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