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AU04 VFN

2004 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

169,168 mi
Last recorded169,168 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 VFN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 169,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRE GETTING LOW AND BALD ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

inner sills rusting

Pass 13 Feb 2024 161,273 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 155,043 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 148,306 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 139,544 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2021 139,544 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 133,891 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 125,060 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 116,461 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 109,216 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 104,981 miles

Front Registration Plate Chipped/Cracked But Still Visible From a Reasonable Distance

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 99,981 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 95,338 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 88,512 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 80,205 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 71,960 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 62,135 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 62,134 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 52,044 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 43,589 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 31,492 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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AU04 VFN is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AU04 VFN, 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 AU04 VFN registered?

AU04 VFN is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AU04 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 VFN shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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