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AY04 PVV

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

122,772 mi
Last recorded122,772 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 PVV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 122,772 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis n/s & o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2026 122,760 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis n/s & o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 120,736 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 120,723 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wheel bearing not tested

Pass 13 Feb 2024 117,443 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 114,308 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 114,290 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2022 111,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 107,430 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 104,961 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 104,949 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2019 101,013 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 96,164 miles

crack in nearside screen not adversly affectting drivers view

Pass 18 Apr 2017 85,818 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 85,817 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 73,552 miles

crack in nearside of screen not affecting drivers view

Pass 23 Apr 2015 62,392 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 62,392 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 50,942 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 39,249 miles

engine management light on

Fail 16 Apr 2012 26,517 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 26,517 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 25,234 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 23,814 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 20,328 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 17,971 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 14,245 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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AY04 PVV is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 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 AY04 PVV, 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.

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What year was AY04 PVV registered?

AY04 PVV is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 June 2004.

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