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FN53 ZJE

2004 Toyota Avensis

Gold Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

152,011 mi
Last recorded152,011 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 ZJE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 152,011 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 150,749 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear to edges and light cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 149,482 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 147,926 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2023 147,926 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both fronts have no beam image due to deterioration of lens (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 146,306 miles

All tyres cracking

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lower part of screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 144,934 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2021 144,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 144,050 miles

All tyre valves cracking

Fail 21 Mar 2020 144,050 miles

All tyre valves cracking

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 142,825 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 140,822 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 140,822 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 138,171 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 135,929 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 131,101 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 131,101 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 May 2014 118,330 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 May 2014 118,330 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 107,818 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 95,470 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 83,922 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 74,895 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 74,895 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 64,974 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 64,974 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 55,391 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 42,571 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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 ZJE is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Gold with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FN53 ZJE, 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 ZJE registered?

FN53 ZJE is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is FN53 ZJE safe to buy?

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