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AO56 CYV

2006 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

141,582 mi
Last recorded141,582 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 CYV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 141,582 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 141,582 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator not working repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 138,960 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR BOTH FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 138,960 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR BOTH FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 136,038 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 130,909 miles

rear inner sills corroding

rear wiper blade split

Fail 14 Mar 2022 130,906 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear inner sills corroding

rear wiper blade split

Pass 8 Jan 2020 125,159 miles

rear discs corroded and rear pads getting low

Fail 8 Jan 2020 125,152 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

rear discs corroded and rear pads getting low

Pass 4 Oct 2017 121,296 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 115,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights now correctly adjusted ()

front brake discs are wearing thin

Pass 29 Sep 2015 106,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 and also has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 106,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 and also has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16" (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 96,558 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2013 86,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 75,964 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 63,669 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 53,683 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 40,579 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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AO56 CYV is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 89,184 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 AO56 CYV, 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 20 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO56 CYV registered?

AO56 CYV is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is AO56 CYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 CYV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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