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FA53 GWJ

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

165,047 mi
Last recorded165,047 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2010
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 GWJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2010 165,047 miles

items in swept area were removed before test was carried out

slight damage to offside mirror glass

Pass 12 Feb 2008 100,590 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 100,590 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2007 76,996 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 76,996 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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FA53 GWJ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 FA53 GWJ, 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 FA53 GWJ registered?

FA53 GWJ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 12 February 2004.

Is FA53 GWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 GWJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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