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GL55 MZT

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,566 mi
Last recorded143,566 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 MZT
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 143,566 miles

Both front tyres worn low on edges of tread

Fail 2 Jan 2024 143,566 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Both front tyres worn low on edges of tread

Pass 1 Feb 2023 141,689 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 26 Jan 2022 137,857 miles

Various front and rear suspension components corroded but none seriously weakened

Pass 27 Jan 2021 135,252 miles

Engine bay liner resting on turbo.

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Foglamp missing.

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel arch liner missing.

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

Pass 30 Jan 2020 133,953 miles

Both front tyres getting low on edges of tread

Both rear tyres getting low on edges of tread

Offside Front Fog lamp missing

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 127,573 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 112,427 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 30 Jan 2018 112,427 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 94,789 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 81,235 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 73,493 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)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 67,736 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 67,686 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jan 2013 61,087 miles

Nearside Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

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)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 61,087 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)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 54,919 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 54,876 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 48,598 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 37,843 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 37,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 29,245 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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GL55 MZT is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GL55 MZT, 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 GL55 MZT registered?

GL55 MZT is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 January 2006.

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