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GD53 TWZ

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,981 mi
Last recorded149,981 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD53 TWZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 149,981 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 145,593 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 138,999 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 133,437 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 133,405 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 131,734 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 129,887 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 128,876 miles

Front and rear registration plates delaminating but does not affect visibilty

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play N/S track rod end

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 128,876 miles

Offside Front Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working Both rear stop lamps not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both washers not working (3.5 (a))

Front and rear registration plates delaminating but does not affect visibilty

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective O/S wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play N/S track rod end

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 123,496 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2017 113,409 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 109,535 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

engine management light on

Pass 30 Dec 2014 106,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eng man light on

Fail 30 Dec 2014 106,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eng man light on

Pass 4 Dec 2013 103,110 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 100,290 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 100,290 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 93,307 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 80,379 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 68,769 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 68,769 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 55,839 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 43,602 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 43,481 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 33,524 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 33,524 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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GD53 TWZ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GD53 TWZ, 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 GD53 TWZ registered?

GD53 TWZ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is GD53 TWZ safe to buy?

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