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AK53 FMJ

2003 Toyota Avensis

Green Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,102 mi
Last recorded126,102 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Avensis80,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 FMJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 126,102 miles

EML is on

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 113,349 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 113,349 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 108,448 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML Iis on

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 104,406 miles

EML is on

Pass 2 Aug 2013 90,534 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 81,155 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres on limit time test

handbrake has little reserve travel

wiper blades deteriating

Pass 1 Jul 2011 67,399 miles

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

small cut in n/s/f tyre tread

Fail 1 Jul 2011 67,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

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

small cut in n/s/f tyre tread

Pass 5 Jul 2010 55,779 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded/pitted

Pass 21 Sep 2009 50,508 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 36,043 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 22,935 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 9,108 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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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AK53 FMJ 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 85.7%.

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 AK53 FMJ, 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 AK53 FMJ registered?

AK53 FMJ is a 2003 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AK53 FMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 FMJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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