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FL54 VZU

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

162,694 mi
Last recorded162,694 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL54 VZU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 162,694 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 159,834 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 159,832 miles

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

Brake performance not tested due to leaking (3.7.A.1)

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 157,134 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 157,523 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened around forward mounting (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened around forward mounting (2.4.G.1)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front wiperblade slight smearing

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine management light on

underbody and components corroding

Pass 26 Feb 2016 146,517 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear slight bind to brake

Pass 24 Feb 2015 138,824 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 126,398 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 109,140 miles

N/S wiper split

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 80,993 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 58,719 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 55,365 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 46,939 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Sep 2009 46,939 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 38,457 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 29,631 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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FL54 VZU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FL54 VZU, 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 FL54 VZU registered?

FL54 VZU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 21 September 2004.

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