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FH53 VZX

2004 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

187,081 mi
Last recorded187,081 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 VZX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 187,081 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 178,772 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 145,115 miles

Front number plate slightly damaged.Nearside front tyre worn close to limit.Nearside front steering rack inner joints slight play.

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 140,009 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 132,671 miles

front number plate slightly deteriorated,o/s and n/s front steering system has slight play,o/s front spring slightly worn

Fail 6 Jan 2012 145,668 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2011 130,670 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 113,816 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 98,785 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 15 Jan 2009 98,785 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 90,340 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 81,445 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 VZX is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FH53 VZX, 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 FH53 VZX registered?

FH53 VZX is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is FH53 VZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 VZX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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