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AV51 BVS

2001 Toyota Avensis

Green Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,438 mi
Last recorded74,438 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Toyota Avensis88,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 BVS
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 74,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Oct 2025 74,438 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 64,032 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 Oct 2023 41,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside water ingress to headlamp lens

Fail 2 Oct 2023 41,632 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside water ingress to headlamp lens

Pass 22 Sep 2022 39,098 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 38,629 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 37,803 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 37,119 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 36,340 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 35,538 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 34,622 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 34,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 33,127 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 32,048 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 31,002 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 29,552 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 28,558 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 27,499 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 24,428 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 22,532 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 22,532 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 Sep 2007 20,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 20,743 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 18,052 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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AV51 BVS is a 2001 Toyota Avensis in Green with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 88,805 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 AV51 BVS, 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 25 years old, this Toyota Avensis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV51 BVS?

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What year was AV51 BVS registered?

AV51 BVS is a 2001 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is AV51 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 BVS shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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