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FB53 FBC

2004 Toyota Avensis

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

105,002 mi
Last recorded105,002 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 FBC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 105,002 miles

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm corroded

Offside Front Lower suspension arm corroded

Rear Suspension components corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2025 105,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm corroded

Offside Front Lower suspension arm corroded

Rear Suspension components corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2024 102,413 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 16 Nov 2023 99,765 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbones both sides 2nd yr (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides 2nd yr (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 2nd yr (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms both sides 2nd yr (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails both sides 2nd yr (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 97,066 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbones both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 94,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining and age cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine oil level low

Pass 9 Dec 2020 93,499 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 92,370 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Dec 2019 92,370 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 90,943 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 89,245 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 88,129 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 85,051 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 80,332 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 75,594 miles

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)

damp in o/s front head lamp

Pass 10 Jan 2012 70,823 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 65,336 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 58,155 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 50,255 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 44,185 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 36,551 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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FB53 FBC is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 FB53 FBC, 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 FB53 FBC registered?

FB53 FBC is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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