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FN53 ZBE

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,787 mi
Last recorded106,787 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 ZBE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 106,787 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2025 106,785 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 103,608 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 103,606 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 100,446 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 96,514 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 96,514 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 92,637 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing uneven tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 88,775 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 84,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 80,152 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 74,536 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 69,157 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 63,603 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 58,415 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 52,142 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 47,348 miles

o/s rear tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 22 Dec 2011 42,665 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 38,669 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 34,109 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 34,109 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 29,855 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 26,574 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 21,321 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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FN53 ZBE is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 FN53 ZBE, 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 FN53 ZBE registered?

FN53 ZBE is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 14 January 2004.

Is FN53 ZBE safe to buy?

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