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DC53 MPE

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

124,203 mi
Last recorded124,203 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 MPE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 124,203 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 119,476 miles

Power steering fluid level on minimum.

Fail 1 Aug 2017 119,415 miles

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

Power steering fluid level on minimum.

Pass 3 Aug 2016 114,236 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 111,160 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 111,160 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 106,912 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 102,305 miles

20% imbalance on front brakes.

Front brake discs rusting on inner face.

Pass 9 Aug 2012 96,866 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 94,509 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 94,509 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 78,284 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2010 78,284 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 61,124 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 43,262 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 25,913 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 22,849 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 22,849 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DC53 MPE is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DC53 MPE, 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 DC53 MPE registered?

DC53 MPE is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 3 February 2004.

Is DC53 MPE safe to buy?

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