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FM53 OAY

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

173,211 mi
Last recorded173,211 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 OAY
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 173,211 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 May 2017 173,211 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 155,511 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/f lower ball joint rubber is slightly deteriorated

Fail 6 May 2015 118,212 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2015 118,212 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 May 2014 111,969 miles

Front Front suspension 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)

Fail 2 Mar 2013 106,680 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 106,680 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 102,132 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 93,009 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 87,518 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 77,441 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 69,868 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 69,061 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 69,061 miles

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

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

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 OAY is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FM53 OAY, 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

How do I check the history of FM53 OAY?

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What year was FM53 OAY registered?

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

Is FM53 OAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 OAY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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