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AF53 VTD

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,096 mi
Last recorded137,096 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 VTD
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 137,096 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2020 137,096 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Seat belt installation causes a lap belt to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant Center (10.1 (u))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 93,413 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 96,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 81,515 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 75,394 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 75,394 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine management light illuminated indicating fault

Pass 28 Aug 2015 69,486 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 66,149 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 66,149 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 61,678 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 61,678 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 59,215 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 55,360 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 31,849 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 31,849 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2010 31,830 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 21,054 miles

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

handbrake lever travel high in operation

nearside rear handbrake cable outer casing blown allowing movement

Pass 28 Jun 2008 9,719 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 9,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 1,233 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 VTD is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 86,468 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 AF53 VTD, 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 22 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AF53 VTD is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 15 January 2004.

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