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FV55 VEK

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

130,051 mi
Last recorded130,051 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 VEK
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 130,051 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 129,759 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 129,058 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 128,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 127,601 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 127,533 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 127,533 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 126,336 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 124,117 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 112,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 108,563 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 96,316 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 6 Dec 2013 83,941 miles

front tyres low on tread

Pass 10 Dec 2012 76,177 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 67,390 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 57,660 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 47,750 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 36,630 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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FV55 VEK is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VEK, 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 VEK registered?

FV55 VEK is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 January 2006.

Is FV55 VEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 VEK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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