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AF53 ULM

2003 Toyota Avensis

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

114,684 mi
Last recorded114,684 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Avensis80,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 ULM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 114,684 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

general corrosion under body

Pass 11 Jan 2025 108,589 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 102,781 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 98,069 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 93,306 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 90,230 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 86,423 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 82,794 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 77,474 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 72,935 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 68,341 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 65,298 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 62,933 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 60,232 miles

1. Engine management light on. 2. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 6 Sep 2011 57,253 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 51,967 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 41,030 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 29,200 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 22,295 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 22,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 19,413 miles

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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AF53 ULM is a 2003 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 80,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF53 ULM, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Avensis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF53 ULM registered?

AF53 ULM is a 2003 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 ULM safe to buy?

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