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FM53 NZV

2004 Toyota Avensis

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

91,858 mi
Last recorded91,858 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 NZV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 91,858 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 83,943 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2023 83,943 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 77,091 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 70,187 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2021 70,187 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 63,395 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 56,720 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

parking brake excessive travel

Fail 19 Oct 2019 56,720 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

parking brake excessive travel

Pass 1 Sep 2018 48,983 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 42,154 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 40,096 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 40,096 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 38,365 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 35,902 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 33,995 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 31,999 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 31,999 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 30,207 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 25,614 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 21,091 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 16,331 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 12,142 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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FM53 NZV is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FM53 NZV, 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 FM53 NZV registered?

FM53 NZV is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is FM53 NZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 NZV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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