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GK04 VSV

2004 Toyota Avensis

Green Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests31 (20 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate64.5%

Mileage

89,687 mi
Last recorded89,687 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 VSV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 11 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 89,687 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2026 89,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick disc heavy wear apparent (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2025 82,211 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 82,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber adrift. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 75,779 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 69,527 miles

Front suspension components corroded

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 69,527 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front suspension components corroded

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 66,335 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 66,335 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 66,318 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 66,306 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 66,306 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 66,226 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 66,095 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 66,075 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 65,971 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 65,513 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

both osr & nsr tyres perished

both osr & nsr tyres wearing out of shape

oil level below minimum

Fail 13 Jan 2016 65,513 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

both osr & nsr tyres perished

both osr & nsr tyres wearing out of shape

oil level below minimum

Fail 20 Jan 2015 63,179 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 63,179 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 61,132 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 59,558 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 59,558 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 58,083 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 58,074 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 55,883 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Jan 2010 52,785 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 52,785 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 47,844 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 40,663 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 32,718 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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GK04 VSV is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Green with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.5%.

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 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 GK04 VSV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK04 VSV registered?

GK04 VSV is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is GK04 VSV safe to buy?

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