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BJ54 VLX

2004 Toyota Avensis

Gold Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

177,590 mi
Last recorded177,590 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 VLX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 177,590 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 177,579 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 169,819 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2013 165,027 miles

1 corrosion to brake ferrules 2 corrosion under rear of car

Pass 2 Nov 2012 160,500 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 154,331 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 154,331 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 149,478 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 149,478 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 146,181 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 146,181 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 136,429 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 136,429 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 116,431 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 115,975 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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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BJ54 VLX is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Gold with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BJ54 VLX, 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 BJ54 VLX registered?

BJ54 VLX is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 13 October 2004.

Is BJ54 VLX safe to buy?

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