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FP55 VLW

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

140,140 mi
Last recorded140,140 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2012
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 VLW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2012 140,140 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 140,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 121,602 miles

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

gear box oil residue around lower area

Fail 22 Aug 2011 121,602 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

gear box oil residue around lower area

Pass 18 Aug 2010 101,116 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 81,175 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 81,175 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 77,114 miles

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

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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FP55 VLW is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 89,184 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 FP55 VLW, 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 20 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 FP55 VLW registered?

FP55 VLW is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is FP55 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 VLW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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