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AK03 ZJV

2003 Toyota Avensis

Green Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,141 mi
Last recorded87,141 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Toyota Avensis80,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 ZJV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2015 87,141 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML Light on

Offside Brake cable repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

o/s/r/brake slight squeak indicates caliper sticking

Pass 15 Jul 2014 82,092 miles

handbrake cable insecure chaffing on suspension off side

Fail 15 Jul 2014 82,092 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

handbrake cable insecure chaffing on suspension off side

Fail 15 Jul 2013 76,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 76,182 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 68,769 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

lower brake readings offside rear ;rear brake imbalance 34% advise inspection

Pass 13 Jul 2011 63,349 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 59,113 miles

both rear tyres perished

Fail 16 Jul 2009 53,471 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

both rear tyre treads cracking.

Pass 16 Jul 2009 53,471 miles

both rear tyre treads cracking.

Pass 18 Mar 2009 50,671 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 41,939 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 34,274 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 26,527 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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AK03 ZJV is a 2003 Toyota Avensis in Green with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AK03 ZJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK03 ZJV registered?

AK03 ZJV is a 2003 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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The MOT history for AK03 ZJV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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