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FE56 GZM

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

180,178 mi
Last recorded180,178 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 GZM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 180,178 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 180,171 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.05 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements The yellow background has nearly become white (0.1 (d))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 178,562 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 175,879 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 173,169 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 171,321 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 170,993 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 168,503 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 162,207 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 151,967 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 140,748 miles

front and rear suspension very rusty

Fail 3 Nov 2016 140,748 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front and rear suspension very rusty

Pass 19 Oct 2015 113,147 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 118,636 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 106,149 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 89,951 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 74,681 miles

both front and n/s rear tyre tread low

Pass 25 Nov 2010 62,830 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 48,826 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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FE56 GZM is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FE56 GZM, 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 GZM registered?

FE56 GZM is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is FE56 GZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE56 GZM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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