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AF53 VTU

2004 Toyota Avensis

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

151,259 mi
Last recorded151,259 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 VTU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 151,259 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 146,927 miles

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

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

Outer sill covers fitted.

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Oct 2014 146,927 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Outer sill covers fitted.

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 141,560 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 137,024 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 132,304 miles

o/s/r brake disc slightly scored

Fail 19 Oct 2011 132,302 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

o/s/r brake disc slightly scored

Pass 26 Oct 2010 127,281 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 113,670 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 93,908 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 88,847 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2009 88,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 May 2008 58,087 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 79,134 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 66,012 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 61,393 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 61,393 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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 VTU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 VTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF53 VTU registered?

AF53 VTU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is AF53 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 VTU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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