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FV55 VDF

2006 Toyota Avensis

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

169,368 mi
Last recorded169,368 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 VDF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2024 169,368 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 155,274 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 144,185 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 134,271 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 129,623 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 126,094 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 126,094 miles

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

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 119,033 miles

Nearside Rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside Rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2017 116,598 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 113,459 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 113,448 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 106,956 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2014 99,428 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 99,428 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

front brake discs worn and corroded

front tyres on legal limit

Pass 2 Dec 2013 95,482 miles

all brake pads starting to wear low

o/s/r brake slightly binding

Fail 11 Dec 2012 90,327 miles

Child seat fitted.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 90,327 miles

Child seat fitted.

Pass 9 Dec 2011 85,638 miles

All four tyres perrishing.

Pass 3 Dec 2010 81,007 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 76,567 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 71,897 miles

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

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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FV55 VDF is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 FV55 VDF, 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 FV55 VDF registered?

FV55 VDF is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is FV55 VDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 VDF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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