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AV56 EKY

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,454 mi
Last recorded106,454 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 EKY
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 106,454 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 94,730 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Sep 2014 88,202 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 88,202 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 81,818 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 67,043 miles

Plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

Fail 20 Aug 2012 67,043 miles

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

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

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

Plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

Pass 17 Aug 2011 50,244 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 50,244 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Off side rear tyre punctured by nail in outer edge.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 37,256 miles

Plastic undertrays and covers preventing full inspection of testable items

Pass 19 Aug 2009 26,581 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 26,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

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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AV56 EKY is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AV56 EKY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV56 EKY registered?

AV56 EKY is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is AV56 EKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 EKY shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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