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DG56 SZU

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

83,269 mi
Last recorded83,269 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 SZU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 83,269 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlight bulb not working

under body covered in under sealant

Pass 11 Jun 2025 79,449 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 79,449 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 75,601 miles

all underneath of the car is covered with underseal

Pass 13 Jun 2023 72,675 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general surface corrosion to all underside components/areas

Pass 1 Feb 2021 72,005 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 70,327 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 68,694 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 66,203 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 66,203 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 60,959 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 55,722 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 50,784 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 46,031 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 46,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 41,304 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 36,511 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 36,204 miles

front brake pads low

Fail 13 Jan 2012 36,204 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake pads low

Pass 27 Sep 2010 26,492 miles

2 nails in n/s/r tyre

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 20,754 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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DG56 SZU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 DG56 SZU, 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 DG56 SZU registered?

DG56 SZU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is DG56 SZU safe to buy?

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