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FE56 GLJ

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

137,795 mi
Last recorded137,795 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 GLJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 137,795 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 137,795 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 136,031 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 136,031 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 123,266 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 123,254 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 111,642 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 104,987 miles

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SMALL SPLITS ON OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE.DAMAGE ON OFFSIDE FRONT AND OFFSIDE REAR OUTER WHEEL RIMS.RUST ON BOTH FRONT INNER BRAKE DISCS SURFACES.OIL LEAKS FROM ENGINE AND GEARBOX.REAR BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW.REAR TAILGATE HANDLE INSECURE.

Pass 9 Mar 2018 100,823 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 84,744 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 84,744 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 62,549 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 59,021 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 53,636 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 53,636 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 47,029 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 40,633 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 34,360 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 30,116 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 30,116 miles

Centre Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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FE56 GLJ is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FE56 GLJ, 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 FE56 GLJ registered?

FE56 GLJ is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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