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FD55 XEX

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

154,816 mi
Last recorded154,816 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 XEX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 154,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 154,795 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 149,719 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 149,719 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 143,926 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 143,921 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2023 138,383 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 132,451 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 132,440 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2021 125,512 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 125,512 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 120,794 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 114,494 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 108,291 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 102,721 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slight play Nearside fron inner steering arm

Under trays fitted

Fail 6 Dec 2016 102,721 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end ball joint (2.2.C.1g)

Slight play Nearside fron inner steering arm

Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2015 95,091 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 87,471 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 81,166 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 81,166 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 73,288 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 66,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 57,953 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 48,321 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 48,320 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 37,278 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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FD55 XEX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FD55 XEX, 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.

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What year was FD55 XEX registered?

FD55 XEX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 5 January 2006.

Is FD55 XEX safe to buy?

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