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FM53 THF

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

85,769 mi
Last recorded85,769 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 THF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 85,769 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2025 85,769 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 81,687 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 77,417 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 71,871 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 66,891 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 63,066 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 56,679 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 48,921 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 38,184 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 27,609 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 23,726 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 22,117 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 22,117 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 20,594 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 18,893 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 17,002 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 14,937 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 12,893 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 12,893 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 10,918 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 8,757 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 6,147 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 THF is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 THF, 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 THF registered?

FM53 THF is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 11 February 2004.

Is FM53 THF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 THF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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