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FY54 VEK

2004 Toyota Avensis

Gold Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2015
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

202,121 mi
Last recorded202,121 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 VEK
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jan 2014 202,121 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 202,121 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 179,145 miles

slight play in d bushes front

Pass 24 May 2011 160,318 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 150,048 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 139,679 miles

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 139,679 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 129,201 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 129,201 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 May 2009 118,548 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 108,123 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 98,000 miles

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 83,476 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 82,150 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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FY54 VEK is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Gold with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FY54 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 22 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FY54 VEK registered?

FY54 VEK is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 13 October 2004.

Is FY54 VEK safe to buy?

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