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FH53 UTF

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

128,072 mi
Last recorded128,072 miles
Recorded on15 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 UTF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2014 128,072 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 128,072 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

nearside rear disc scored

Pass 17 Apr 2013 116,255 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 111,558 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 111,558 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Jan 2012 111,526 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 39,981 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 37,918 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 89,443 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2010 77,709 miles

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

nearside windscreen wiper slightly deteriorated

Fail 17 Jan 2010 77,656 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

nearside windscreen wiper slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2009 70,863 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 60,768 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 52,992 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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FH53 UTF is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FH53 UTF, 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 FH53 UTF registered?

FH53 UTF is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 12 January 2004.

Is FH53 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 UTF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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