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FY56 RTV

2006 Toyota Avensis

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

201,536 mi
Last recorded201,536 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 RTV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 201,536 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides upper and lower rubbers slight splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 196,949 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 191,517 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 187,073 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 180,974 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 176,173 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 172,440 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 166,463 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 157,250 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 150,849 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 144,712 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2015 144,712 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' mobile phone holder fitted (8.3.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 137,069 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 128,289 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 116,718 miles

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

slight wear/score marks on both front brake discs

Pass 21 Nov 2011 102,692 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

slight wear on both front brake discs

Pass 29 Nov 2010 91,754 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 81,171 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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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FY56 RTV is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 2,231cc diesel 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 FY56 RTV, 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 FY56 RTV registered?

FY56 RTV is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is FY56 RTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 RTV 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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