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GF56 WWU

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

228,043 mi
Last recorded228,043 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 WWU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 228,043 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all mechanical components/underbody corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2024 228,043 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all mechanical components/underbody corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2023 221,925 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 210,438 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 210,438 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 200,393 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front and rear all mechanical componenst corroded

Fail 15 Nov 2021 200,390 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front and rear all mechanical componenst corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2020 192,867 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 192,855 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 190,865 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 187,496 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 173,363 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2016 154,449 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 154,292 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 151,421 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 142,884 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 142,884 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 136,360 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 130,483 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 125,194 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 125,194 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 102,575 miles

several stone chips in windsreen

wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 24 Nov 2009 74,016 miles

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

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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GF56 WWU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF56 WWU, 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.

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What year was GF56 WWU registered?

GF56 WWU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is GF56 WWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 WWU shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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